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The Saint-André Cathedral of Bordeaux: 5 things to know about this monument.

rdeaux cathedral was transformed into a Temple of Reason during the French Revolution and was severely damaged by bombings during World War II. 2- Its architecture blends several styles. The architecture of the Saint-André Cathedral in Bordeaux reflects the evolution of architectural styles between ...

12
Oct
2023

Croatia: 5 highlights of this destination.

Bathed by the turquoise waters of the Adriatic, the islands of the Dalmatian coast are real jewels, still preserved from mass tourism. 2- Impressive architecture. The architecture of some tourist sites in Croatia is another highlight of this destination, too often reduced (wrongly) to resorts with ...

20
June
2007

Art Nouveau: 5 things to know about this artistic movement

tistic conventions, spread throughout Europe and across the Atlantic. It also influenced all visual arts: painting, sculpture, graphic arts, as well as architecture and decorative arts. The turn of the 20th century was marked by technical innovations, the development of advertising, and an increase ...

05
Oct
2023

Cabourg: 5 ideas for visiting the town in the footsteps of Marcel Proust

view of the Normandy coastline. This promenade also allows you to admire the Belle Époque Seaside villas, which are one of the jewels of the local architecture. 3- The Grand Hotel and Casino It is also on the seafront, "feet in the sand" that Le Grand Hôtel and le Casino de Cabourg stand. ...

04
June
2021

Putrajaya in Malaysia: visit the pink mosque and much more

inistries and administrative buildings on an area of 49 km2. But the city, far from being austere, is worth a visit for the beauty of its gardens and architecture. 2- Visit the pink mosque For tourists, Putrajaya's main attraction is not its history or administrative function, but rather a spect ...

12
Dec
2022

Invalides Aura: a fairy-like immersive experience.

of the Dôme des Invalides. This immersive and stunning show presents itself as a series of tableaux that bring together digital creation and classical architecture. Not only will the lighting effects leave you speechless, but the music will also play an important role in this sensory experience. ...

04
Oct
2023

What to Do in Ljubljana: 5 Must-See Attractions in the Slovenian Capital

pink, green, and blue buildings adorned with floral friezes typical of Viennese Secession. The Italian influence is noticeable in the baroque-style architecture of the Town Hall, with its 18th-century clock tower, and in the Fountain of the Three Rivers of Carniola. This monument is also known as ...

15
Feb
2024

Barcelona

unds and the current Museum of Zoology. The Parc Güell, located on the heights of Barcelona, was commissioned by Count Güell to Gaudí and blends nature and architecture. The Palacio Güell, the Casa Milà (nicknamed la Perdrera) and the Parc Güell belong to the World Heritage by UNESCO. The ...

02
May
2007

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

d 18th centuries. These mansions feature beautiful sculpted doors and windows, as well as balconies and wrought iron works of art. The beauty of its architecture has earned the city the nickname of the Provençal Florence. She is the hometown of Cézanne. Its rich architectural heritage is not the ...

20
Aug
2008

The Richelieu Music Festival: the meeting place for music lovers in Indre-et-Loire

A musical escapade The Richelieu Music Festival offers a summer break all about music, in a setting of greenery and 17th century architecture. The city-museum of Richelieu located in the southern region of the Loire castles has indeed preserved exceptional historical places. During the festival, ...

24
July
2014

The Samaritaine: a temple of luxury in Paris

nursery. The Cheval Blanc hotel, occupying the Art Deco building by Henri Sauvage along the Seine, welcomed its first guests in September 2021. A gem of architecture. Fifteen years later, the new Samaritaine reopens its doors and unveils to the eyes a beautifully renovated architectural gem. The ce ...

23
June
2021

The Theorem of Narcissus: a free exhibition at the Petit Palais in Paris

habit of playing with illusion, the imaginary and the unreal. In the Le Théorème de Narcisse tour, some works turn with the wind, others reflect the architecture of the Petit Palais, while a Blue River flows up to the monument's gate! As the title of the exhibition suggests, most of these cr ...

04
Oct
2021

Naoshima: an island museum in Japan

hotel rooms, provided you pay between €225 and €600 per night. Even if you don't stay there, this house is a must-see on the island because of its architecture combining concrete with large volumes and the works it houses. The collection of this museum is very eclectic, with works by Alberto ...

10
Jan
2022

Flowers: the new Biennial of Arts blossoms in Nice this summer

on Nice, Queen of Flowers explores, from June 10 to October 9, 2022, the many links that unite the city with flowers. Often evoked in the decorations of its architecture, they also have their importance in the local economy and of course in the famous flower battles typical of the Nice carnival! ...

13
June
2022

The Château de Boulogne-la-Grasse : 5 good reasons to visit this amazing place

the castle. Some €620,000 was raised in order to buy the castle and save this architectural treasure dating from the early 20th century. 2- Its architecture is remarkable The Château de Boulogne-la-Grasse is an architectural folly built on the border of the Oise and the Somme, at the initi ...

21
June
2022

Tourism: 5 good reasons to visit Malaysia

you will never feel that you are putting your health at risk. The cities, especially Kuala Lumpur the capital, offer an amazing mix of traditional architecture and all-out modernity, noticeable especially in the many skyscrapers under construction. 2- For the multicultural society One of the ...

16
Nov
2022

Timisoara: 5 good reasons to visit this Romanian city.

lthough still unknown to French tourists, the city of Timisoara in Romania is home to the largest collection of ancient buildings in the country. The architecture of the Cetate, Iosefin, Elisabetin, and Fabric neighborhoods, where the influence of Viennese Baroque is clearly perceptible, has earned ...

29
Mar
2023

Slovenia: The 5 Highlights of This Lesser-Known Destination

od reason to discover this lesser-known destination is to enjoy this cultural diversity. On-site, you can perceive multiple influences in the cities, architecture, and museums, as well as in the local cuisine. 2- Its colorful capital. To understand Slovenian traditions, you can start your stay by vi ...

09
Jan
2024

Rubik's Cube: 5 Things to Know About This Legendary Puzzle

ll faces. But a system of axes, whose mechanism was patented by its creator, is hidden at the center of the cube. 2- It was invented by a professor of architecture. Contrary to what one might think, the inventor of the Rubik's Cube, Ernö Rubik, is not a mathematician but a Hungarian architect and d ...

20
Apr
2007

The Mont Saint Michel : a jewel between sky and sea

d tourist site in Normandy and the third most visited site in France, after the Eiffel tower and the Palace of Versailles, because of its exceptional architecture and its bay. This site, classified as a historical monument in 1874, has been on the UNESCO World Heritage list since 1979. An excepti ...

23
Apr
2007