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Tourists are recommended to start their exploration of the city landmarks and sites with the l'Hôtel-dе-Ville square. Close to the square tourists will discover a remarkable historical landmark named the Suffren Palace (Le Château de Suffren) being among the oldest and most beautiful architectural constructions of the city. The age of the palace is about a thousand years. It was built in the 9th century. At present this historical construction houses a popular gift shop.
A remarkable landmark of a later period is the Saint Tropez Citadel (La Citadelle de Saint-Tropez) which was erected in the 16th century. It should be noted that this construction was built against the will of local folks. In this way the king managed not only to unite the citizens of the city but also demonstrated his power and might.

At present a part of the fortifying construction is taken with the Naval Museum which was established in 1958. The museum acquaints its visitors with great marine past time of the city of Saint Tropez as well as gives a deep insight into the life story of sailor Suffren who gave his name to the mentioned above palace. Another recommended object to include in the city exploration program is the Museum of Annunciation (Le musée de l'Annonciade) keeping an excellent collection of artworks by painters of the beginning of the 20th century.
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