THE CLOCK TOWER
It is the only vestige (12th century) of the castle of the Counts of Toulouse fell into the lap of the terrible Maingre that reigned terror in the Mont Ventoux area in the 15th century. Watchtower at the time of the Popes, then the clock and bell with wrought iron were added, and that were supposed to represent the silhouette of Queen Jeanne, wife of the brother of Saint Louis. At top is a weather vane depicting a mouse chased by a cat. It gave birth to two Pernois sayings: "It is high as the cat of Pernes" and "it is in the middle like the cat of Pernes". This old dungeon also hosted the prisons of the city. The gallows still stands. They can be seen during a guided tour within the tourist office). You can access a panoramic terrace offering stunning views of the countryside and comtadine of Mount Ventoux, by taking a lovely calade and a rather steep staircase!
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On y entre par une petite porte puis on monte des escaliers assez escarpés. La vue vaut vraiment le détour et offre un panorama sur le Comtat vénaissin et le mont Ventoux.
Un endroit à découvrir si vous passez par la jolie ville de Pernes les Fontaines.
Préférez le soleil couchant pour de bonnes photos.