Sights in French Terroirs

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sights in French Terroirs : the essentials

Churches in Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle

Saint Pierre Church

Currently closed for renovation until June 23, 2012. Galleries like these are very typical in this zone of the Basque Country, w

Churches in Toulouse

Carmelites Chapel

Historical Monuments in Aigues-Mortes

Aigues Mortes ramparts

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Castles in Saint-Pée-sur-Nivelle

Witches Castle

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This castle is now in ruins. It's construction began in the 14th century, but suffered several fires. Unfortunately, it's famous b

Castles in Cluny

Castles near Cluny

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The area near the famous town of Cluny is full of green and quiet villages. In French Burgundy, you can have a good red wine, purc

Churches in Ciboure

Church of San Vicente

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It is definitely worth making a stop in this tiny town, the birthplace of Ravel, facing St Jean de Luz. The church is precious. It

Historical Monuments in Hendaye

Monument aux Morts

This monument, dedicated to the victims of the World Wars, is situated in a beautiful spot. With your back to the monument you can

Churches in Sare

Eglise Saint Martin

The church of Sare is situated in one of the prettiest villages in France. I recommend you visit the small cemetery surrounding th

Cemeteries in Biriatou

Biriatu Cemetery

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The cemetery can be found in the urban centre of this small French Basque town of only some 1000 inhabitants. To access it, you ha

Churches in Biriatou

St Martin Church

Located in the small French Basque town of Biriatu-Biriatou. The church can be found in the centre of the town, next to the pedime

City Halls in Hendaye

Town Hall (Maire d'Hendaye)

The city hall (hotel de ville) is black and red with a whale on his shield. The whalers hendayeses were good at what they did and

Churches in Urrugne

Chapel of Our Lady of Socorri

The Chapel of Our Lady of Socorri can be found at the top of this beautiful French Basque village. It's a much-loved place of pilg

Statues in Saint Jean de Luz

Louis XIV Statue

In the 17th Century, St Jean de Luz (Donibane Lohitzune), lived its splendor, when King Louis XIV decided to get married in the Ch

Cemeteries in Saint Jean de Luz

Crypt of the Knight Firmin Van Bree

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Firmin Van Bree (1880-1960), was a famous Belgian industrialist who was intrigued by the beauty of San Juan de Luz and the hill of

Churches in Taizé

Stained Glass Church of Taize

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All the buildings in Taize are simple and practical, resembling a camp, to make the large influx of summer visitors easier. The ne

Palaces in Annecy

Imperial Palace

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This stunning Parisian style hotel is next to Lake Annecy and is set in sumptuous gardens. It is a four-star hotel, a casino and

Churches in Tarascon

St. Mary's Collegiata Church

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Gorgeous collegiate where according to legend the remains of Martha (patroness of hospitality), sister of Lazarus and Mary Magdale

Castles in Brézé

Brézé Castle

The two white slate towers stand on the straight facade of Brézé Castle. This building with emblazoned walls is one of the most ma

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