Provins, Town of Medieval Fairs

Cultural
Provins, Town of Medieval Fairs
Photo: Johann Dréo (User:Nojhan) / CC BY-SA 3.0 (Wikimedia Commons)
Country France
Year inscribed2001
Criteria(ii) (iv)

Overview

The fortified medieval town of Provins is situated in the former territory of the powerful Counts of Champagne. It bears witness to early developments in the organization of international trading fairs and the wool industry. The urban structure of Provins, which was built specifically to host the fairs and related activities, has been well preserved.

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Source: UNESCO World Heritage List — CC BY-SA 4.0