Mondragon, Medieval village in Vaucluse, France
Mondragon is a commune in Provence nestled between the Uchaux mountains to the east and the Rhône Valley to the west. Medieval stone buildings characterize the settlement and connect it to major regional roads.
In 1144, Emperor Conrad III transferred Mondragon and its judicial rights to the Archbishop of Arles, giving the settlement strategic importance in medieval Provence. This grant shaped its development as a significant place under ecclesiastical authority.
The Penitents Chapel on rue Jean Jaurès stands out with its simple Romanesque design and distinctive bell tower. In the village center, the Hôtel de Suze displays architectural details from the Renaissance period, reflecting the prosperity of earlier times.
The settlement lies about 16 kilometers north of Orange and 7 kilometers south of Bollène with direct access to major roads. Visitors can reach it easily by car and find good connections to larger regional centers.
The Drac Festival takes place each year on May 10-11 and commemorates the legendary Rhône Dragon said to have inhabited the nearby cliffs. This celebration is a living part of local identity and connects visitors to the region's mythological roots.
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