General

Colombier Castle of Mondalazac

THE COLOMBIER CASTLE IN MONDALAZAC

Colombier Castle in the Aveyron ; Eden Garden, an enchanting flower-filled collection of ornamental, aromatic, dye and condimentary plants known before 1450. VMF Gardener’s Prize in 2003. “Jardin Remarquable” by Culture Ministry, Old Rose Garden, Rockery of rare ostti and rockii tree peonies, eremurus and ‘Raubritter’ roses. Live Bestiary: lions, wolves, birds of prey, monkeys, bears, animal feedings and keeper talk shows. Petting Farm. Medieval games: Giant Chessboard, bowls, croquet, hopscotch. "Music, Sounds and Whispers from the Past" audio. "Man and the Animals in the Middle Ages" video.

The Ideal Palace of Cheval Postman

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"Le Palais Idéal du Facteur Cheval"
Ferdinand Cheval aka Facteur Cheval (1836-1924) was a postman who built his dream : an amazing and imaginary castle : Le Palais Idéal
He wasn't a mason and not more an architect.

THE STORY

Castle of Suze-la-Rousse

INTRODUCTION

Property of the Princes of Orange, this medieval fortress was totally transformed in the XVI-th century. The Renaissance endowed her(it) with an Italian yard on arches the decoration of which close to that of Grignan contrasts magnificently with the austere aspect from the outside. he Castle was illustrated by powerful persons belonging to the family of the Baume-Suze, owner until 1958. The castle shelters for more than 20 years the university of the Wine, real scientific and technical pole allowing professionals, from students or or from amateurs to participate in congress, trainings, formings bound to the vineyard and to the wine.

PRESENTATION OF THE CASTLE

Castle of Grignan

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PRESENTATION OF THE Château de Grignan

On a hill rocky hill in the Rhone Valley, surrounded by vineyards, lavender fields and the lovely village of Grignan, you will find the Castle of Grignan (Château de Grignan). Not only is the castle a central figure in local history but also in French literature thanks to the letters of Marie de Rabutin-Chantal, aka the Marquise de Sévigné.

Castle Adhemar of Montelimar

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INTRODUCTION

Villa Kerylos

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Discover this French Riviera seaside Palazzo, luxurious re-creation of an Ancient Greek Villa. At the edge of the sea, facing the Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat peninsula, the Villa is a magic place that takes you back in time. Entirely furnished and decorated, the Villa’s many rooms bear witness to the art of living and refinement of Ancient Greece. The Villa is also a place for wedding and receptions organization.

Villa Ephrussi of Rothschild

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Discover the most beautiful French Riviera Palazzo and its nine wonderful gardens. Through the art dealers and experts she befriended, Baroness Ephrussi de Rothschild sought out artworks all over the world, transforming the Villa at Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat into a collector’s paradise. Between sea and sky, overlooking the bay of Villefranche, the nine heavenly gardens are adorned with patios, fountains, ponds, flowered and shaded paths. The Villa is also a place for wedding and receptions organization.

A PALACE OVERLOOKING THE SEA

Oceanographic Museum of Monaco