Pujya Sri Swamiji's long cherished wish to visit Lavender growing area in France happened after the tour in Holland. Sri Swamiji arrived in Provence area in France on the evening of 16th July 2007. On 17th and 18th Sri Swamiji visited Lavender farms, museum and the city of Avignon. Photos from the visit

Sri Swamiji in Lavender field

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The short plant of Lavender derives its name from Latin - meaning "to Heal"...interesting

The sweet, soothing smell of Lavender has properties to cure many ailments

Sri Swamiji in front of a Grand Canyon like looking cliff near APT town

Panorama of the area

The group who organised the tour. Kamala (2nd from left) led the organisation

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