The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous monuments in the world. The iconic metallic structure (“Tour Eiffel” in French) rises on the Champ de Mars in ... Read more!
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Top 10 Most Beautiful Railway Stations of France
Most cities of France are reputed for their old town centre containing historic monuments and landmarks. A cathedral, a church, a town-hall, a market-hall, a gatehouse, a belfry ... Read more!
Autumn Leaves: the story of the song
Les Feuilles Mortes… The sight of a colourful autumn scene in a forest reminds us of a popular French song written in the aftermath of WW2. “Les Feuilles ... Read more!
French quotes and sayings about Autumn
Here is a selection of French quotes and sayings about autumn. The autumn quotes are mostly taken from poems. Written in French, we hope most of you understand their ... Read more!
All there is to know about Autumn in France
Autumn in France marks the end of the long Summer break and the start of a transitional season towards Winter. It’s a beautiful season to explore the country, ... Read more!
Explore the Modernist city of Le Havre
The city-harbour of Le Havre in Normandy is situated on the right bank of the Seine estuary on the English Channel, the most frequented waterway in the world. ... Read more!
Saint-Denis Basilica, the Royal Necropolis of France
Situated in the north of Paris, the Saint-Denis Basilica has been closely associated with French history. The church became a royal burial place under the Merovingian dynasty and ... Read more!
“Asterix and the Picts”: the new comic-book is near!
“Asterix and the Picts”: the iconic French (or should we say “Gallic”) hero, is coming back later this month with a new and long-awaited comic-book! The release of ... Read more!
Je vois la vie en rose: the story of the song
When we saw this amazing sunset over the city of Paris, we could have sung, “Je vois la vie en rose!” (Or should we say, “Je vois Paris en ... Read more!
Valentine’s Day in France: Origins and Traditions
As the season of love gently unfolds, there’s no place like France to celebrate the essence of romance that Valentine’s Day encapsulates. With its cobblestone streets, breathtaking landscapes, ... Read more!
Top 10 Most Delicious French Tarts
Discover our Top 10 most delicious French tarts! Tarts are one of the French’s favourite desserts. Many households keep their recipes top-secret and fillings vary according to the ... Read more!
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“An Italian in Paris”: the Story of the Song
“An Italian in Paris” is a song by an Italian that describes Paris! In his album Amore Eterno (2007), Davide Esposito sings “Un italien à Paris” by alternating Italian and French ... Read more!
50 Most Beautiful Photos of Autumn in France
Prepare to be captivated by the exquisite beauty of the changing seasons! In this article, we’ve curated a captivating collection of the 50 most beautiful photos of autumn, ... Read more!
Top 10 Most Beautiful Medieval Castles of France
Are you planning a ‘Tour of France’ and want to know which medieval castles are worth a visit? We have selected our top 10 most beautiful medieval castles ... Read more!
Meung-sur-Loire
With a population of a little over 6,000 inhabitants, the town of Meung-sur-Loire is located 17 km from Orléans on the banks of River Loire between the Beauce ... Read more!
A fascination for medieval castles
Pierre explains why Australians have a fascination for medieval castles, which is like stepping into a different world. Living in the “New World” country of Australia we consider anything ... Read more!
Discover Meung Castle in the Loire Valley
Located between Orléans and Blois in the Loire Valley, the castle of Meung-sur-Loire was originally the country residence of the Bishops of Orléans. Meung Castle, listed as a ... Read more!
Top 10 Most Beautiful Squares of Paris
The French capital is famous for its historic squares, such as Place de la Concorde and Place des Vosges. From the grandest squares celebrating the monarchs of France ... Read more!
The bridges of Paris on our new video
Watch our new photo video on Youtube dedicated to the banks and bridges of Paris! A New Video on the Bridges of Paris! We have published a ... Read more!
