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DISCOVER THE RICH HISTORY AND TREASURES OF BEAUVAIS

There are many treasures to discover in Beauvais, most notably its Cathedral–Cathédrale Saint-Pierre–which is one of the most outstanding Gothic cathedrals in the country.  Built around 1247, its vast height is breathtaking at over 46m, making…

THE MAGNIFICENT FORTIFIED CITY OF CARCASSONNE

The spectacular fortress of Carcassonne is regarded as the best-preserved medieval fortress in Europe, and according to many experts, the world, and has been the inspiration for countless castles that have been invented in fairy tales.  Carcasso…

DISCOVER BEAUTIFUL BESANCON – 2,000 YEARS OF HISTORY

On a recent visit to France, we planned on visiting the beautiful Alsace Lorraine region on the country’s eastern border with Switzerland, where we had not been for a number of years. For a stopover, we decided to stay in Besançon, capital of th…

A FEAST OF FESTIVALS IN FRANCE

From history to fantasy, and everything in between, there are plenty of festivals in France where you can experience the country’s vibrant culture.  These events celebrate everything from the latest movies, the medieval period, art, wine, parks…