France

Experience the Allure of France: A Journey Through Time and Beauty

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Step into the enchanting realm of France, a country that has captivated the hearts of travelers for centuries. With its roots reaching deep into the annals of history, France's narrative weaves through the eras of the Gauls, the might of the Roman Empire, the opulence of the French monarchy, and the revolutionary spirit that reshaped its destiny. This land of elegance and diversity invites you to explore its rich culture, iconic landmarks, and exquisite cuisine.

The Saga of France: A Legacy of Civilization

France's story is painted with the brushstrokes of time, from the prehistoric Lascaux caves to the grandeur of the Renaissance, and beyond to the modern-day Republic. It's a history filled with artists, warriors, and visionaries, all of whom have left indelible marks on the fabric of French society.

Paris: The Heartbeat of France

The City of Light beckons with its timeless charm. Paris, France's capital, is an anthology of artistic and architectural masterpieces, with the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the Louvre Museum as its crowning jewels.

The Riviera: Azure Shores and Glitzy Glamour

Delve into the chic allure of the French Riviera. Nice, Cannes, and Saint-Tropez are synonyms for sun-drenched beaches, cultural festivals, and the sparkling Mediterranean.

Provence: A Tapestry of Lavender Fields and Ancient Ruins

Provence enchants with its rolling vineyards, fragrant lavender fields, and Roman heritage, epitomized by the well-preserved Pont du Gard and the historic city of Avignon.

The Loire Valley: A Castle-Studded Dreamscape

Travel back in time in the Loire Valley, a region dotted with fairy-tale châteaux and verdant, vineyard-laced landscapes that inspired generations of royalty and artists alike.

From the windswept coasts of Normandy, rich with history from medieval times to World War II, to the gastronomic pleasures of Lyon and the snowy peaks of the French Alps, France offers a tapestry of experiences. Join us at travel.frogsfolly.com as we guide you through the cobbled streets, into the heart of French culture, and through the doorways of history. Embark on a French adventure that will leave you with memories as rich as a Bordeaux wine and as vivid as a Cézanne painting.

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<p>82 feet long and 40 feet high, the mechanical, fire-breathing Calais dragon is a mesmerizing sight. It hosts up to 50 passengers at a time for a 45-minute guided tour along the beautiful seafront. It is also one of the most incredible free art shows in France.<br />
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Designed by François Delarozière, the genius behind the Machines de l’ile de Nantes, the Dragon of Calais is the most imposing of the company’s famous mechanical menagerie to date. The Dragon doesn’t just breathe fire, he spits water, sneezes, snorts, swings his considerable tail, roars out loud and flaps his wings.</p>
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Since their reopening, the chapels’ contents have been slimmed down to paintings, sculptures, and tapestries. Sadly, the reliquaries, crucifixes, or linens on the Eugene Viollet-le-Duc’s altars have not returned, but their stained glass windows remain as beautiful as ever – even more beautiful now that they have been cleaned of centuries of soot and grime.<br />
Notre-Dame de Paris (Our Lady of Paris), often referred to simply as Notre-Dame, is a medieval Catholic cathedral on the Île de la Cité (an island in the River Seine), in the 4th arrondissement of Paris, France. It is the cathedral church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Paris. The cathedral, dedicated to the Virgin Mary (&quot;Our Lady&quot;), is considered one of the finest examples of French Gothic architecture. Several attributes set it apart from the earlier Romanesque style, including its pioneering use of the rib vault and flying buttress, its enormous and colorful rose windows, and the naturalism and abundance of its sculptural decoration. Notre-Dame is also exceptional for its three pipe organs (one historic) and its immense church bells. The construction of the cathedral began in 1163 under Bishop Maurice de Sully and was largely completed by 1260, though it was modified in succeeding centuries. In the 1790s, during the French Revolution, Notre-Dame suffered extensive desecration; much of its religious imagery was damaged or destroyed. In the 19th century, the cathedral hosted the coronation of Napoleon and the funerals of many of the French Republic's presidents. The 1831 publication of Victor Hugo's novel Notre-Dame de Paris (English title: The Hunchback of Notre-Dame) inspired interest which led to restoration between 1844 and 1864, supervised by Eugène Viollet-le-Duc. On 26 August 1944, the Liberation of Paris from German occupation was celebrated in Notre-Dame with the singing of the Magnificat. Beginning in 1963, the cathedral's façade was cleaned of soot and grime. Another cleaning and restoration project was carried out between 1991 and 2000. During a subsequent restoration, a fire in April 2019 caused serious damage, closing the cathedral for extensive and costly repairs; it reopened in December 2024.<br />
This panorama was constructed using Photoshop CC to stitch together horizontally two portrait-oriented images.<br />
Additional information on Notre Dame de Paris may be obtained at <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Notre-Dame_de_Paris" rel="noreferrer nofollow"> Wikipedia</a>.</p>
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<p>Scène quotidienne qui manque désormais, la pointe normande du soir.<br />
En cette belle soirée estivale, la BB15019 fonce vers la Normandie en tête du TER 3381 Paris-Saint-Lazare - Trouville-Deauville.<br />
Elle se présente dans la célèbre courbe de Neauphlette, peu après avoir traversé Bréval, sous un beau soleil.<br />
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Neauphlette 14.09.2020.</p>
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<p>France - Villerville Normandy</p>
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<p>France - Villerville Normandy</p>
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<p>Coast atlantic France.....</p>
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<p>France</p>
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<p>frozen like time itself</p>
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