A tiny French village near Carcassonne has woken up to discover a gaping hole in front of its church, the latest of many dug by seekers of a mythical treasure trove. Rennes-le-Château has a population of only 70, but the story that a priest buried a […]
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The Galette des Rois is one of France’s favorite desserts, loved by children and adults alike. Every Epiphany, on January 6 (and for two brief weeks thereafter) France’s citizens tuck into the almond paste-filled pastry to mark the arrival of the Three Wise Men in Bethlehem. […]
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It’s not only one of Paris’ most famous and recognizable monuments, it’s one of Paris’ most beloved Basilica and a place for pilgrims to rest. Everyone, tourists and pilgrims alike are touched by this place. According to Paris’ official tourism office, the basilica of the Sacré […]
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Known for its world-famous glamour, the French Riviera is packed with tourists and celebrities alike in July and August. Soaking the sun while enjoying the irresistible aura of the Mediterranean Sea has always been depicted flawlessly in Hollywood movies, and this has given the area its […]
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For most of us, the Christmas season is both enchanting and daunting. Yes, it’s the time of year when the world becomes just a little bit more whimsical and beautiful. But it’s also the time when gift getting can begin to feel like a burden. Luckily, […]
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Though popular with Europeans, the department in the southwestern part of the country is less familiar to Americans. Those who do venture there will be treated to bucolic landscapes, epicurean delights, a laid-back pace of life, and some of the oldest artwork ever created. One writer wanders […]
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Climbing the Eiffel Tower, seeing the brushstrokes on Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, tearing apart a baguette and drinking wine straight out of the bottle on the Seine – the images of a trip to Paris are clear to anyone who has only seen the City of […]
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Anyone with aspirations of becoming king or queen of the castle should heed the call of a French campaign looking for people to become part owners of a remarkable 15th century chateau for just €50 (£46.25). Chateau le Paluel in Perigord in the Dordogne region has […]
0 Read MorePARIS (Reuters) – After more than a thousand years of service, the Paris mint has thrown its doors open to the public with a vast exhibition of treasures, collectors’ coins and a view of the craftsmen in their workshops. On the banks of the River Seine, […]
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A strange thing happens when the algae get active in the saltwater lagoons to the south of Aigues-Mortes: the water turns red. To examine this phenomenon close up you can take a ride in one of the miniature trains that skirt the lagoons. If you’re lucky, […]
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