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The World Tourism Fair in Paris

World Tourism Fair invites you to come and discover Dream Destinations from all corners of the globe. Every continent is represented: Africa, Asia, South America showcase their most beautiful Destinations in the aisles of the Fair. The most enchanting Destinations have not been forgotten: whether ...

15
Mar
2007

The Statue of Liberty: the emblem of New York

e which is covered with gold leaf. Copyright: skeeze She is wearing a crown whose seven points symbolize the 'Seven Continents' (North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceania and Antarctica) and the seven oceans of the globe (Arctic, Antarctic, North and South Atlantic, North ...

25
Sep
2008

Machu Picchu: the famous Inca citadel

r site Perched in extraordinarily beautiful mountains in the middle of the rainforest, Machu picchu is the most spectacular pre-Columbian monument in South America. In the midst of a breathtaking landscape, gigantic walls, terraces and ramps seem to be the natural extension of the mountain. The s ...

30
Nov
2011

The Schlumbergera or Christmas Cactus in 5 Questions

What is a Christmas cactus? The Christmas cactus is an indoor plant from the Cactaceae family. Native to the tropical forests of South America, it is not very resistant to cold and is cultivated as a houseplant. This succulent plant is highly appreciated for its spectacular winter flowering, from ...

28
Dec
2011

Glasses without borders: the association that collects your old glasses

the association Lunettes sans frontière collects the old pairs and sends them free of charge to France but also to the rest of Europe, Africa, Asia and South America. On the spot, competent people, who work in clinics, dispensaries and local missions, give them to the most destitute people in t ...

04
Nov
2021

Christmas: 5 plants to offer for the holidays

to increase its power as a good luck charm. Do not hesitate to offer it even to people who do not have a green thumb because this plant native to South America requires only one watering per month. 5- Spring bulbs Finally, if you want to treat yourself to a taste of spring, head to the flori ...

29
Dec
2021

The island of Mainau: discover the flower island of Lake Constance

kind in Germany. It is open year-round and offers the opportunity to admire some 120 species of exotic butterflies from Africa, Asia, Central and South America. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Insel Mainau (@inselmainau) These colorful specimens are a de ...

29
June
2022

The Robert Tatin Museum: an unusual visit in Mayenne

d the world. This insatiable creator wears the hats of painter, ceramist, sculptor and draftsman. He travels in North Africa, Europe, New York and South America before returning to his native region. It was in 1962 that he returned to Mayenne and decided to settle in the hamlet of La Frénouse ...

26
July
2022

Bouquet: which seasonal flowers to offer?

et, the cultivation of off-season flowers generates significant pollution: these species grow in greenhouses or come from the ends of the earth (from South America, Africa or Southeast Asia). The intensive cultivation of flowers is also polluting for the soil because of the use of pesticides and ...

07
Dec
2022

Tourism Bolivia: don't miss the Carnival of Oruro!

well known than the famous Rio Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the Oruro Carnival in Bolivia is nonetheless one of the most picturesque events in South America. This singular festival was originally an indigenous celebration, the Ito festival. But in the 17th century, the Spaniards who had ta ...

31
Jan
2023

The slipper orchid: a flower with an amazing shape.

ceae family such as mimulus, snapdragons, and foxgloves. An indoor plant with delicate watering. Calceolarias, which originate from the low mountains of South America (Chile, Peru and Patagonia), are generally cultivated under our latitudes as indoor annual plants. Due to its mountainous origins, ...

23
Mar
2023

Purple oxalis: everything you need to know about the false shamrock in 5 questions.

lants. The main asset of the oxalis triangularis is indeed to have a magnificent violet foliage! This plant from the Oxalidaceae family is native to South America. Highly appreciated for its foliage, it also produces small mauve flowers from May to July when provided with sufficient brightness. At ...

16
June
2023

Cancer: what are the dangers of carrageenan?

dishes and desserts for their gelling and emulsifying properties. They are extracted from red marine algae harvested off the coasts of Brittany and South America: carrageen. After harvesting, the algae undergo various chemical processes to extract the gelling agent. This substance is then dried a ...

07
Aug
2023

The Buenos Aires verbena: 5 good reasons to adopt it in the garden.

arden, especially if you want to cover a barren land or create a flowery meadow around your house. In its natural state, it grows in the prairies of South America and, in its region of origin, it is considered an invasive plant as it tends to colonize large areas. Its violet flowering, which lasts ...

17
Aug
2023

The Belem: 5 unusual facts about the famous sailboat.

returning to its original French flag. It was first used for cocoa trade and served to bring back this precious raw material from the West Indies and South America for the Meunier chocolate factory. It then became a British pleasure yacht. In 1914, it was bought from France to be transformed into ...

29
Sep
2023

How to take care of a tradescantia or wandering jew?

ith yellow. Lastly, there is Tradescantia pallida, sometimes called "purple heart" for its violet foliage. In this plant family native to North and South America, choosing a variety is usually driven by a love for the plant's appearance. Choose the foliage that you like the most, without worrying ...

25
Oct
2023

The Siam Pumpkin: Everything You Need to Know in 5 Questions

am is the former name of Thailand, the Siam pumpkin is not native to Asia. This species, which does not exist in the wild, was likely domesticated in South America. Like other squash, this vegetable plant was only introduced to Europe after Christopher Columbus's voyages to America. It was cultiva ...

08
Nov
2023

Garden: 5 Good Reasons to Plant a Guava Tree

to make sure to put a good layer of clay pebbles at the bottom of the pot to ensure proper drainage. This tree, native to Peru, has spread throughout South America and then to all tropical countries. Today, it is considered an invasive species in many countries because it spreads quickly and tends ...

07
Dec
2023

Spices: Everything You Need to Know About Paprika in 5 Questions

to refer to chili pepper and paprika, it is also because of the history and geographical origin of this spice. The bell pepper is a fruit native to South America that was imported to Europe by Spanish colonists in the 15th century. This novelty quickly became popular in Spain and then in Hungary. ...

08
Feb
2024

The manchineel tree: the most toxic tree in the world

What is the manchineel tree? The manchineel tree, or Hippomane mancinella in Latin, is a very common tree in Central and South America, the Caribbean, and the Bahamas. It naturally grows on sandy coastlines and beaches, but it is much less friendly than coconut trees! It truly deserves its Spanis ...

14
Mar
2024