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Discover the Arts of France. And I don’t just mean paintings and sculptures – I mean the official classified arts of France. One of the things that I love most about living in France is how the arts and culture are honoured, traditions and history revered. But what I didn’t know before I lived here
The life and times of Josephine Bonaparte – a woman who helped to shape the history of France. She is remembered for her personal style and influence. She was an icon of fashion, made handbags popular, was a patron of the arts, and the first Empress of France. She was married to one of the
I’ve travelled to every region of France and learned that there are a few things that many visitors miss out on that really make your holiday special and add an authentic element to your discoveries. These are recommendations that you won’t find in guide books (at least not yet, I have a cunning plan!), though
The Burgundy Canal is a magnificent 242km long waterway connecting Paris to Burgundy and though in its early days it was an essential trading route, now it’s perfect for a relaxing boat holiday and there’s no better way to experience it than a self-drive Nicols boat says Jeremy Flint who floated along the glorious stretch
Confused about the timeline of those who ruled France? All those King Louis’? The Gauls who were as tough as old boots so that that when the Romans arrived, they decided to be friends instead of challenge their enemy to battle as they usually did. The Vandals, the Visigoths and the Vikings. The Merovingians, the
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