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It was destroyed on the orders of Louis XIV in 1673. The castle was one of the most beautiful fortresses in Europe, fortified by Maurice of Nassau in 1622. Remnants of the history of the city, particularly those of the castle of the Princes of Nassau, can be seen in this park. It dominates the city and also the Rhone and Comtadine countryside as far as mont Ventoux, providing a breathtaking panorama. This is the hill next to the ancient Theatre. One highlight is the Roman Centaur Mosaic in the Portico Room. The museum includes a collection of art and furniture from ancient Roman times to the 19th century, and also covers the history of Orange. Since 1933, the Musée d'Orange has been housed in a 17th-century mansion and former residence of Georges Van Cuyl, the Dutch man put in charge of armaments for the château on the hill by the Prince of Orange. This is also part of the World Heritage site. decorated with reliefs celebrating various Roman victories. It dates from 1860 and is France's oldest festival.
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Every July, the Chorégies d'Orange take place in the theatre. It dates from the reign of Emperor Augustus, and is one of the best preserved Roman theatres anywhere. The world heritage listed Roman theatre is still in use