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>October 2026.<br />
Holiday in Corsica based in Bastia.</p>
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<p>October 2026.<br />
Holiday in Corsica based in Bastia.</p>
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<p>Musée National de l'Automobile : Exposition Formule 1</p>
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<p>October 2026.<br />
Holiday in Corsica based in Bastia.</p>
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<p>October 2026.<br />
Holiday in Corsica based in Bastia.</p>
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<p>ARLES : #20 Lee Shulman et Omar Victor Diop – Being There<br />
Ancien collège Mistral<br />
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Diop s’incruste. <br />
Un photomontage habile. <br />
Le jeune homme à la peau noire, habillé dans les vêtements de l’époque, apparaît dans une série de photos anonymes des années 50-60. Il est intégré de façon à ce qu’on ne perçoive pas tout de suite la supercherie. <br />
Quelque chose dérange dans sa présence au sein d’une Amérique réservée aux blancs. <br />
On comprend les allusions sous-jacentes à l’inégalité de traitement des personnes de couleur.  <br />
C’est fait avec humour. <br />
Un humour qui dédramatise la ségrégation raciale, permet d’aborder le sujet, sans susciter d’émotions toxiques, comme la culpabilité ou l’indignation. <br />
J’ai en tête le film de Roberto Benigni, « La Vie est Belle » , qui a permis d’aborder avec légèreté le drame des camps de concentration. <br />
Parler des choses importantes sans tomber dans le pathos. <br />
C’est courageux et précieux.  <br />
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#ExpoPhotoDesAutres</p>
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<p>Tunnel des Tuileries</p>
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20-25 Place de la Cathédrale, Strasbourg, FR<br />
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Stained-Glass Demons<br />
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Explore this medieval cathedral by trying to spot all the malevolent monsters hiding in its beautiful colored windows.<br />
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Inside the magnificent Gothic cathedral of Strasbourg, the multicolored stained-glass windows portray a macabre menagerie of strange and sinister demonic denizens of Hell, revealing the terrors that haunted the medieval mind in centuries past.<br />
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Look closely at this religious artwork and you'll spot demons dancing from men's mouths, trying to corrupt and tempt saints, or presiding over the burning of &quot;sinners&quot; in hellfire as they look on and leer.  Many of these demonic entities look distinctly like the orcs of The Lord of the Rings; others look much more like whimsical creations of Dr. Zeuss.  One of the demons in particular bears a striking resemblance to a beast from Maurice Sendak's fantastical book, Where the Wild Things Are.<br />
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The reason for portraying these nightmarish creatures alongside the images of suffering sinners, pious priests, and stoic saints was likely to terrify the people in the church congregation.  These colorful windows would have essentially been used as an artistic complement to the priests' sermons, to paint a fearful picture of the torments of Hell.  In the 14th century, this was just one of many methods authorities believed was conductive to producing &quot;Good Christians.&quot;<br />
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This was a time when horrors such as famine, the deadly Black Death, &quot;Saint Anthony's fire,&quot; warfare that often lasted centuries, and the show-trials and burning of &quot;witches&quot; plagued the Franco-German region of Europe.  These hardships were commonly attributed to the supernatural, and as such, the belief in the existence of such nightmarish demonic beings as depicted in the stained-glass windows of Strasbourg Cathedral was widespread.<br />
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20-25 Place de la Cathédrale, Strasbourg, FR<br />
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<br />
Stained-Glass Demons<br />
<br />
Explore this medieval cathedral by trying to spot all the malevolent monsters hiding in its beautiful colored windows.<br />
<br />
Inside the magnificent Gothic cathedral of Strasbourg, the multicolored stained-glass windows portray a macabre menagerie of strange and sinister demonic denizens of Hell, revealing the terrors that haunted the medieval mind in centuries past.<br />
<br />
Look closely at this religious artwork and you'll spot demons dancing from men's mouths, trying to corrupt and tempt saints, or presiding over the burning of &quot;sinners&quot; in hellfire as they look on and leer.  Many of these demonic entities look distinctly like the orcs of The Lord of the Rings; others look much more like whimsical creations of Dr. Zeuss.  One of the demons in particular bears a striking resemblance to a beast from Maurice Sendak's fantastical book, Where the Wild Things Are.<br />
<br />
The reason for portraying these nightmarish creatures alongside the images of suffering sinners, pious priests, and stoic saints was likely to terrify the people in the church congregation.  These colorful windows would have essentially been used as an artistic complement to the priests' sermons, to paint a fearful picture of the torments of Hell.  In the 14th century, this was just one of many methods authorities believed was conductive to producing &quot;Good Christians.&quot;<br />
<br />
This was a time when horrors such as famine, the deadly Black Death, &quot;Saint Anthony's fire,&quot; warfare that often lasted centuries, and the show-trials and burning of &quot;witches&quot; plagued the Franco-German region of Europe.  These hardships were commonly attributed to the supernatural, and as such, the belief in the existence of such nightmarish demonic beings as depicted in the stained-glass windows of Strasbourg Cathedral was widespread.<br />
<br />
© COPYRIGHT The work contained in my gallery is copyrighted. My work is not stock and it may not be reproduced, copied, edited, published, transmitted or uploaded in any way without my written permission.<br />
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<p>Exposition « Biodiversité, nos futures » organisée par le club photo de Pavillons-Sous-Bois. <br />
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Rencontre avec les écoliers pour les sensibliser à la photographie et la biodiversité. <br />
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Merci au Club Photo Pavillonnais de nous avoir accueilli durant ces 2 semaines.</p>
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<p>October 2026.<br />
Holiday in Corsica based in Bastia.</p>
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