Category Archives: France

Promenade des Anglais

Before Nice was urbanized, the coast at Nice was just bordered by a deserted band of beach. The first houses were located on higher ground well away from the sea. Starting in the second half of the 18th century, the … Continue reading

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Montagne Sainte-Victoire

Originally called montagne de la Victoire, the mountain became known by Christians in the Middle Ages as Sainte-Venture. In the 13th century, a chapel was constructed at the summit. It was not until the 17th century that the mountain gained its current name. In 1989 … Continue reading

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Le Cours Mirabeau

440 meters long and 42 meters wide, the Cours Mirabeau is one of the most popular and lively places in the town. It is lined with many cafés, one of the most famous being Les Deux Garçons and during its … Continue reading

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Arc de Triomphe

The Arc de Triomphe is one of the most famous monuments in Paris. It is located on the right bank of the Seine River. It forms the backdrop for an impressive urban ensemble in Paris. The monument surmounts the hill … Continue reading

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The Champs-Élysées

The Champs-Élysées were originally fields and market gardens, until 1616, when Marie de Medici decided to extend the axis of the Tuileries Garden with an avenue of trees. As late as 1716, Guillaume Delisle‘s map of Paris shows that a … Continue reading

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The Sacred Heart Basilica of Montmartre

In 1870, war broke out between France and Germany. The Council taking place at the Vatican broke up and the Pope, no longer protected by French troops, felt himself to be a prisoner in the Vatican City. France faced military … Continue reading

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Notre Dame de Paris

Paris, formerly known as Lutetium, was evangelised in the 3rd century. There were enough Christians in the year 250 for Pope Fabian to send the first bishop, Dyonisius, to Paris. He became Saint Denis, the patron saint of the city. … Continue reading

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Grand Hôtel Roi René

The 4-star Grand Hôtel Roi René is ideally located at the heart of Cézanne’s home town, near to the Cours Mirabeau and the business district. Discover its inviting, contemporary rooms, elegant restaurant serving typical southern cuisine and functional meeting rooms. … Continue reading

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Sofitel Dijon

In the heart of the capital of Burgundy, this hotel is conveniently located near the Old Town and a number of attractions, including museums and the Ducal Palace. We offer you 68 elegantly appointed rooms and 4 luxurious suites, all … Continue reading

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The Domaine Les Crayères

The Domaine Les Crayères was built in 1904 in Reims, the mythical champagne capital. Today, as a member of the Relais & Châteaux chain, Les Crayères is the world’s unique illustration of French-style art de vivre dedicated to the celebration … Continue reading

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