Town Hall (Hotel de Ville)

Aix en Provence's beautiful town hall dominates one of the most beautiful squares of the city. It was built in the mid-XVII century by Pierre-Pavilion. It has a beautiful wrought iron fence, and you enter on a staircase of honour. In the summertime couples get married in this romantic place, but you have to be a resident of Aix to do so. Right next to the city hall is the town clock, one of the most famous landmarks of the city. People often gather for a drink on the several terrace cafes in the square. The council manages the affairs of the city, but for the many foreign students, the don't do