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The Basilica of Saint-Denis: An Overlooked Treasure

nd houses a unique collection of tombs and recumbent statues in Europe. A recumbent statue is a funerary statue representing a person lying down. The cradle of Gothic art The Basilica of Saint-Denis as you can visit it today was restored by Eugène Viollet-le-Duc in the 19th century. Founded as an a ...

18
Feb
2010

Where to travel according to your zodiac sign?

ature, will be fulfilled in Bali, Tuscany, or Santorini. Bali, a tropical paradise, offers a luxurious getaway amidst exotic landscapes. Tuscany, the cradle of the Renaissance, entices with its picturesque vineyards and timeless art. As for Santorini, its black sand beaches and iconic sunsets embody ...

10
Nov
2023

Aix-en-Provence: 5 Things to Know About This City of Art and History

by Rembrandt, Ingres, Monet, or Van Gogh, not to mention Cézanne and Picasso, two lovers of the Sainte-Victoire mountain. This massif is now considered the cradle of Cubism. Aix-en-Provence, the city of Cézanne, is also linked to some great names in literature such as the poet Mistral, Stendhal, ...

20
Aug
2008

The Christmas market of Kaysersberg in Alsace

Colmar capital of Alsace wines, Eguisheim one of the most beautiful villages in France, Kaysersberg, Riquewihr and Ribeauvillé as well as Turckheim cradle of the night watchman, Munster, Neuf-Brisach Vauban city classified as a Unesco world heritage site and finally Rouffach city of witches. O ...

12
Dec
2014

Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue: 5 good reasons to visit this village in Normandy

o known for its oyster farming. This renowned oyster farming commune has some 250 hectares of parks. Saint-Vaast-la-Hougue is even considered as the cradle of the Norman oyster. During your stay, don't miss the chance to taste the Saint-Vaast oyster, which is a favourite among oyster lovers fo ...

18
June
2021

Sélestat: 5 things to do there

d 15th century Gothic church of Saint-Georges. 2- Visit the Humanist Library Did you know that the city of Sélestat is sometimes referred to as the cradle of humanism? The city owes this nickname to its Humanist Library located in the Ancienne Halle aux Blés. Rich in exceptional works, this ...

02
Dec
2021

Green tourism: what is a geopark?

um on the Protection of Geological Heritage. This text still serves as a reference around the world today and makes the Digne-les-Bains region the cradle of all UNESCO Geoparks. Seven geological gems in France To this day, France is fortunate to have 7 geoparks labeled by UNESCO. As we exp ...

26
Apr
2022

The most beautiful trips in Europe

Europe remains the favorite destination of Europeans and other tourists from around the world. For those who wish to take a beautiful trip to the cradle of Western culture, Cheri pack your bags to discover the most beautiful countries of our continent. Spain Spain has been one of the most decisi ...

03
Dec
2022

Triathlon: Nice will host the Ironman World Championships

ristian Estrosi announced on January 5, 2023 that Nice will host the next edition of the Ironman Men's Worlds. The Côte d'Azur city is considered the cradle of long-distance triathlon in Europe, which undoubtedly motivated the choice of the organizers of this flagship competition. As a reminder, ...

24
Jan
2023

At the end, it's the sea: the river documentary series returns on France 5.

ginality of this concept is to promote encounters while navigating on rivers. On all continents, rivers are invitations to set sail. They are also the cradle of great civilizations, economic powerhouses, and exceptional ecosystems. A minimalist film crew. In the discovery programs of France 5, the ...

08
Aug
2023

Paris 2024: 5 Things to Know About the Olympic Torch Relay

She will travel from Greece aboard the Belem. The journey of the Olympic flame will, of course, begin in the cradle of the Olympics. This sacred fire will be lit at the site of Olympia in Greece, as per an unchanging tradition, on April 16, 2024. For nine days, the Olympic flame relay will take pl ...

15
Jan
2024