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The Lavandou: a more than century-old seaside resort.

Lavandou demanded autonomy. The village became an independent municipality on May 25, 1913. At that time, the village had only 776 inhabitants, including 150 fishermen or "pescadous". Good to know: In 2023, the municipality celebrates its 110th anniversary on the weekend of May 27 and 28. On Saturd ...

29
Mar
2010

Let's go to the sea with Doisneau : a photo exhibition in La Rochelle

ess to family Seaside holidays but also to the rise of Seaside tourism in the 1950s and 1960s. These images also show the photographer's interest in fishermen, whether tuna fishermen in the Basque country or sardine fishermen in Brittany. The author of the famous Baiser de l'Hôtel de Ville im ...

13
Aug
2021

Basque Country: 5 good reasons to go to Guéthary

n today, the tourist activity is a major resource for this small picturesque village. Its fishing port, once dedicated to whale hunters and lobster fishermen, has taken on the appearance of a marina. To admire the colorful boats now used for recreational fishing, just stroll along the promenade b ...

01
Mar
2023

Kerlouan: a taste of Seychelles in Brittany

hile also offering natural protection against the assaults of the sea. These rocks have also inspired numerous local legends. Meneham, a former hamlet of fishermen and farmers. The municipality of Kerlouan also houses a hamlet, which was deserted in the late 1970s. Meneham was once a village of fish ...

11
Oct
2023

Designer lighting: 5 things to know about the Akari lamp

51. This city is one of the last in the Japanese archipelago where cormorant fishing is still practiced on the Nagara River. Almost every night, the fishermen who perpetuate this tradition hang lanterns at the front of their boat and light them in the darkness. It was upon seeing this spectacle tha ...

03
July
2024

Isle-sur-la-Sorgue: 5 things to do on site

al market for its atmosphere and the quality of its products. Once a year, on the first Sunday of August, a floating market takes place on the Sorgue. Local fishermen then reconnect with tradition as they dress in traditional Provençal costumes and use typical boats called nego chins. ...

30
June
2010

Malta: 5 good reasons to choose this destination.

ation. In Marsaxlokk, a typical small port, you can admire the "luzzi", brightly painted wooden fishing boats adorned with a carved eye that protects fishermen from the dangers of the sea. Just 25 minutes by ferry from the main island, don't miss a visit to the garden island of Gozo. More wild, it ...

21
Nov
2011

Getaria in the Spanish Basque Country: 5 must-sees

the Larrumbide House (Larrunbide Etxea), whose facade overlooks San Roque Street stands out for its Baroque style! Finally, if you want to see typical fishermen's houses, brightly coloured with wooden balconies, you must go to Elkano Street. 3- The Katrapona passage After strolling through t ...

10
June
2021

Naoshima: an island museum in Japan

this colorful bestiary includes an elephant, a camel and a cat. On the island, you can also discover the Art House Project, i.e. traditional Japanese fishermen's and farmers' houses that have been restored and transformed into art projects. They too house artworks while being artworks themselves ...

10
Jan
2022

Bordeaux : 5 ideas for unusual visits

round with your eyes wide open to discover frescoes, tags and graffiti on the walls. Street art fans will be delighted by this arty urban stroll! 5- The fishermen's huts of Bègles If you are looking for a different kind of walk, closer to nature and away from the hustle and bustle of the city, ...

28
Sep
2022

Beachcombing: 5 Golden Rules to Follow

Inquire about the tidal coefficient. The playground for shore anglers is the intertidal zone, that is the coastal area which is uncovered at low tide. It is also referred to as the tidal swing area or the tide range area. Even though shore fishing is an opportunity to get outside and reconnect wit ...

01
Feb
2024

The Dynamite Tree: 5 Things to Know About the Species Hura crepitans

irritating latex for the eyes, skin, and mucous membranes. This tree is native to the tropical regions of North and South America, and in the Amazon, fishermen use its yellow latex to sedate fish. Despite the tree's toxicity, monkeys and certain birds such as parrots feed on the fruits and seeds o ...

21
Mar
2024

Sjómannadagurinn: Fishermen's Day in Iceland

What is Sjómannadagurinn in Iceland? The word Sjómannadagurinn means Fishermen's Day in Icelandic. This annual celebration is an opportunity to honor Iceland's maritime heritage while giving sailors a well-deserved day off. On this day, no fisherman works. The ships stay docked, and the fisherme ...

31
May
2024