The place we have been looking high and low for is called Gorges Du Verdon or Canyon Verdon, located in the midst of the region of Provence, Alps and the French Riviera.
The Verdon Canyon or Gorges Du Verdon is the most beautiful canyon of Europe. Walked over by hikers from all over the world, the Verdon has become a natural site protected since 1990. This jewel enjoys the label ” Grand Site de France”.
Seeing the beautiful water right in front of us didn’t elevate our mood instantly…
especially when we knew there was a long waiting list for the boat renting. After waiting for 1.5 hours, finally, our number was called and it’s our turn to get a boat.
Boarding the boat, at 1pm. Out of many choices, we have rented an electric boat. Its operation is so easy that even a kid can manage it without difficulties.
Only when we sailed towards the canyon, we started to feel thrill about it.
Crossing the bridge which connects both of the sides of canyon.
The Verdon Gorge is a river canyon that is often considered to be one of Europe’s most beautiful. The river is about 25 km long and up to 700 m deep.It was formed by the Verdon River, which is named after its starting turquoise-green color, one of the canyon’s most distinguishing characteristics. Its turquoise-green color is associated with glacial sources and rock flour suspended in the water.
The Gorges du Verdon is continental Europe’s largest canyon with steep vertical limestone cliffs of heights up to 600-700 m, which has attracted many professional rock climbers, amateur as well.
This beautiful canyon has attracted numerous tourist, especially during the summer period. That’s the reason we have to wait for 1.5 hours before we could get a boat to sail out.
It’s fun to see people jumping down from the cliff, like no body’s business. A good looking waterfall lied somewhere along the river.
Emmm…so cool.
About 70 minutes later, our boat had taken us to the end of the journey. The water gets shallow. In order not to strand our boat, we got to turn back from here.
As time pass, the old man get even restless. He had threaten to throw his boy into the river.
On the way back, finally the dad has gathered his strength to initiate a jump. 
Funny jump !!
From this angle, it looks like a horror face. 
We left the place at around 4 pm.
Before leaving, it’s our turn to stand on the bridge and look down this beautiful canyon.
Gorgeous….
I’m glad we have made it to this canyon, though all the bumps along the way. It’s definitely worth all the driving….
Gary
Kevin C
Kevin T
Maggie
Maureen
QianLi
Rebecca Lim
Rina Lavallee
Shilpa
Yasuko
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