Le Mont-Saint-Michel is a French wonder that fascinates travellers from all over the world. Situated on a rocky island off the Normandy coast and just a stone's throw ... Read more!
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Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey: Exploring the Wonder of the West
On a beautiful day in June, we visited the Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey for the very first time. This architectural masterpiece perched on a rocky island in the heart of ... Read more!
Discover the Formidable Fortified Town of Briançon
An imposing citadel on a rocky outcrop in a spectacular setting of high mountain peaks… this is the fortified town of Briançon. And it hardly leaves anyone indifferent! ... Read more!
Arc Héré, the triumphal arch of Nancy
You’ve certainly heard of Paris’ grand Arc de Triomphe. In the Lorraine city of Nancy is another triumphal arch worth mentioning. It might be much smaller that the Parisian monument. ... Read more!
Top Places to See on a Paris by Night Tour
Both in Winter and Summer, the City of lights stays lively all night long. You may want to discover Paris comfortably seated on a tourist bus or on ... Read more!
Discover “Rêve de Couleurs” in Reims
On the occasion of the Holiday season, the façade of Reims cathedral is magically enhanced by a visual and audio scenography: the Rêve de Couleurs light show. Thanks to the ... Read more!
The Eiffel Tower by Night: A Photographer’s Dream
In the heart of Paris, where history and romance intertwine, there stands an iconic landmark that captivates the world with its enchanting transformation after sunset—the Eiffel Tower. Join ... Read more!
West Facade of Notre-Dame Cathedral, Paris
The west facade of Notre-Dame cathedral is a remarkable Gothic masterpiece of simplicity and harmony. Architect Le Corbusier described the Notre-Dame’s facade as a ‘pure creation of the ... Read more!
Pont Neuf: the little secrets of Paris’ oldest bridge
Despite its name, the Pont Neuf (New Bridge) is Paris’ oldest standing bridge. Spanning the Seine between the Right and Left Banks, it crosses the western tip of ... Read more!
Discover the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel
The arc de triomphe du Carrousel is a triumphal arch completed by Napoleon in 1809. Situated in the 1st arrondissement of Paris on the place du Carrousel, it ... Read more!
Unesco grants the historic centre of Dijon World Heritage status
On the 4th July the city of Dijon in Burgundy received great news when it was revealed that its historic centre was granted World Heritage status by Unesco. ... Read more!
The Historical Axis of Paris seen from the Louvre
Last Saturday morning our little Aimée (2 yo) and I visited the Louvre. I had not been inside for many years and it was time to say ‘bonjour‘ ... Read more!
Why You Should Visit Place de la Concorde Early Morning
Have you ever considered visiting central Paris early in the morning when the masses of tourists still sleep or have breakfast at their hotels? This morning, we arrived ... Read more!
Discover the treasures of the Loire Valley
From Sancerre to Nantes, the Loire Valley offers such a variety of exceptional sites that it rightly deserves to be called the Valley of the Kings. Here History ... Read more!
Discover the Renaissance chateau of Azay-le-Rideau
Romantically set in a little island in the Indre-et-Loire département and hidden by a screen of trees, the Renaissance chateau of Azay-le-Rideau is one of the most beautiful ... Read more!
Be stunned by the beauty of the Sainte-Chapelle, Paris
With its stunning stained glass, the Sainte-Chapelle is a gem of Gothic architecture in the heart of Paris. Welcoming over 900,000 visitors each year, the medieval chapel is ... Read more!
Explore the historic Ile de la Cité in Paris
The ship-shaped Ile de la Cité is the historical heart of Paris, known as Lutetia (Lutèce) during the Roman era. With its banks on the River Seine, it contributes ... Read more!
Tour Saint-Jacques-de-la-Boucherie: A Paris Landmark
The curious Saint-Jacques Tower stands alone, at the centre of the trees and lawns of the Square de la Tour Saint-Jacques. It is the only vestige of the ... Read more!
Chauvet Pont-d’Arc Cave
The Chauvet cave in southern France has been inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List in June 2014. Located just a short way from the stunning natural stone bridge ... Read more!
Top 10 Most Beautiful Chateaux of the Loire Valley
In 2000, Unesco added the chateaux of the Loire Valley to its World Heritage list. The area extends from Sully-sur-Loire to Chalonnes along the banks of the River Loire ... Read more!
