"What is a gua sha?" A gua sha is a massage and beauty tool made from natural stones such as rose quartz, jade, or amethyst. This flat stone usually has an ergonomic shape that resembles a heart. This particular shape allows it to follow the contours of the face during a massage with a facialist or ...
What is sintered stone? The sintered stone is a material of 100% mineral origin. It is a natural stone that has undergone a transformation in its structure and mineralogical composition. The process called sintering uses high temperatures and pressures, in 1200°C furnaces. It mimics the phenome ...
both a family and regional know-how. The second generation of the family even created a free museum that immerses visitors in the local tradition of stone cutting. A regional expertise. The history of the Trabbia Vuillermoz house is closely linked to local history. It is located in a territory, tha ...
It accepts a location near the sea but must be protected from direct sunlight. The fruit is picked when ripe, when the fruit opens and reveals its stone surrounded by its bright red aril. The stone is covered by a triple rind and must be broken to recover the kernel called nutmeg. Did you kno ...
mpics) but also the old village of Aigueblanche and the medieval town of Conflans. The well-named resort of Valmorel la Belle is distinguished by its stone and wood architecture in perfect harmony with the surrounding landscape. Moreover, unlike the higher altitude resorts, in summer it offers ...
ise and improve the acoustics of work spaces. They will be particularly useful if your premises have a lot of hard surfaces, such as a concrete or stone floor. In this context, the addition of plants will help to remedy the resonance and the resulting noise nuisance. 3- Plants boost productiv ...
ily that the Tillandsia also nicknamed 'daughter of the air' belongs! It can grow in the air, simply hanging from a support like a piece of wood or a stone. In the forest, most ferns and mosses are also epiphytes. They are able to cover trunks and other supports and survive without soil, provided ...
at home, you should not put them in the ground or in the sand. You can instead install them in a terrarium or on a natural support (wood, coconut or stone). Keep in mind that these epiphytic plants appreciate good light without direct sun and are cold. They do not tolerate temperatures below 6° ...
place of pilgrimage, Rocamadour overlooks the Dordogne valley. It offers breathtaking views of this valley, as well as picturesque streets lined with stone houses. This village in the Lot has a dozen religious buildings, including the magnificent Notre Dame chapel, and a superb castle perched ato ...
for the opening of the site. This museum like no other, which is more precisely a prehistoric interpretation center, is located near the Old Port of Marseille a stone's throw from the Mucem. Find all the practical information on the official website of the Cosquer cave (link below). ...
illage, with its small cobbled streets. Take time to stroll through the labyrinth formed by these alleys to admire beautiful old houses, whose old stones are brightened up with plants and flowers. During your stroll through the village, you can discover the 12th century church as well as the old ...
preserved architectural heritage. The central square of the village called la Cour des Dames is remarkable for its circular shape. It leads to small stone-paved streets, whose names refer to the prosperity of this merchant city in medieval times. You will find a rue de la Corderie, a rue de la ...
le white vinegar. Spread this stain remover mixture on the stubborn mark and let it dry. Then simply rinse the surface and wipe it with a clean microfiber cloth. The homemade scouring stone It is also possible to make your own scouring stone based on Blanc de Meudon. To prepare this natural anti-l ...
difficult. 2- Adapt the sharpening method according to the tools to be sharpened. The best method for sharpening cutting tools is to use a sharpening stone (see the following paragraph). Of course, a grinder is another effective way to sharpen cutting tools, but perhaps a bit too much! It tends to ...
sidence of the kings Louis XIII, Louis XIV, Louis XV, and Louis XVI, was originally just a "hunting lodge, a small gentleman's castle" made of brick, stone, and slate, which Louis XIII, the father of Louis XIV, had built in 1623. The palace will therefore celebrate its 400 years of existence in Sept ...
ance and boasts a rich architectural heritage including two abbeys, many ancient hamlets, several water and windmills, and several hundred bories (dry stone huts). An exceptional historical and cultural heritage. The village of Gordes is very rich in exceptional places and monuments. There are sever ...
itectural feat whose magnitude you will be able to measure while admiring sumptuous panoramas. The château de Peyrepertuse, whose name means 'pierced stone' in Occitan, thus overlooks the small village of Corbières and the vineyards of the region by 800 meters. This vast set of ruins is locate ...
A treasure in a rock setting Petra takes its name from the ancient Greek petra meaning 'stone' or 'rock'. But its Semitic name was 'Raqmu' meaning 'variegated', 'multicoloured'. These two names describe well the particularity of this place where the rocks present an extraordinary palette of colors. ...
a UNESCO World Heritage Site. They have been reshaped by humans over the centuries but still retain an absolute charm and offer a wild paradise just a stone's throw from the city. Individuals who own pleasure gardens also contribute to the preservation of these highly appreciated places for touris ...
"A free and friendly festival." It was in 1989 that the city of Nanterre launched Parade(s), the street arts festival. This event was then the first of its kind in the Paris region. More than 20 years later, this free festival has gained momentum. It has become a true popular celebration, a moment ...
