Arles is a city located on the Rhone, in the region of Provence in the south of France. It is reputed to have inspired the paintings of Van Gogh, which influenced the contemporary art exhibited at the Vincent Van Gogh Foundation. Once the provincial capital of ancient Rome, Arles is also renowned for its many ruins dating from this era, including the amphitheater of Arles, now hosting plays, concerts and bullfights.