July 14th has become a national holiday in France as well as a public holiday. It was established to commemorate the storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789, symbol of the end of absolute monarchy. July 14th gives rise to a military parade on the Champs-Elysées in Paris, at 10 am just after the passing ofthe guard of France.
Come and discover the works of the painter Véronique Escargueil Poncy - exhibited until July 15, 2022 in Saint-Genis des Fontaines at Domaine Sanac. The exhibition brings together paintings from different periods by Véronique Escargueil. You will be able to see both abstract and figurative works, luminous and darker works.
On holiday in Occitania, in the department of Hérault ? With family or friends, stay with Pure France in one of our properties with a private swimming pool. We have prepared a list of activities and must-see places in the Hérault.
Enjoy music, theatre and dance in the South of France at the 2022 Carcassonne International Festival. A festival of performing arts with international acts performing in venues all over the city. The main venue is the Théâtre Jean-Deschamps, a small amphitheatre within the walls of the citadel with a great atmosphere and a fabulous view from every seat.
Like every year in June, we celebrate music in France! But not that... it is currently celebrated in a hundred countries. On June 21st, many cities, towns and villages give way to a festive atmosphere for the music festival.
If you are passing through Albi, discover the Fashion Museum. The fashion museum is located in the heart of Albi, a city listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Various exhibitions where you will find embroidery and haute couture pieces.
Angelin Preljocaj has been a choreographer and artistic director at the Ballet Preljocaj - National Choreographic Center in Aix en Provence since 1996. On tour in France for Swan Lake, find the Ballet Preljocaj in Perpignan, Brive la Gaillarde, Saint Denis de la Réunion and elsewhere.
For more than 180 years, Poterie Ravel has been making ceramics and is one of the oldest ceramic factories in France. Family business for 5 generations who have forged an authentic and rare know-how in the heart of Provence in Aubagne.
Visit the Myth and Nature exhibition by Finnish painter Gallen-Kallela at the Jacquemart André museum from March 11 to July 25, 2022 in Paris. The museum is a private mansion which also opens to you some reconstructed rooms which it is therefore possible to visit.
The Pure France team loved Cédric Klapisch's latest film En corps. A film on contemporary dance starring choreographer Hofesh Shechter and his company in his own role. This is the first film by Marion Barbeau, prima ballerina.
The Modern Art Museum of Céret has reopened its doors. Until June 6, 2022, come and admire a magnificent exhibition by Jaume Plensa, a Barcelona artist who exhibits all over the world. We were left speechless ! A great visit during your holiday.
On holiday in the Bordeaux region? Visit the Bassins des Lumières museum, one of the largest places for digital art. An incredible immersive experience in the middle of this former submarine base built by the Germans during the Second World War.
Holidaying near Bordeaux? During your holidays take the time to visit the Cité du Vin. Two to three hours of visit to discover the history of wine on all continents, learn how it is made, etc. There is an incredible cellar and a restaurant on site.
The Limoux Carnival takes place in the Languedoc town of Limoux in the Aude department of France. It lasts three months, and can take place from December until April, the carnival period having to be between Christmas and Holy Week.
During your holidays, take the time to visit Villa Kerylos, ideally located on the shores of the Mediterranean along the Bay of Ants in Beaulieu sur Mer. It is a reproduction of a Greek villa on the island of Delos dating from the 2nd century BC.
Leucate, located in the Aude department in Occitanie, is the best place to go windsurfing, drink a cocktail on the terrace or swim at the beach, or take a walk with an exceptional view of the entire Mediterranean. Don't forget to go to the heart of Leucate Village for a coffee on the terrace!
Every month, Paris is full of very varied exhibitions mixing different types of arts: photography, painting, architecture, history, creative activities, creators. If you are passing through Paris, do not miss the exhibitions to discover.
Beginning in 1990's in Lisses and Evry, Paris, the concept of parkour was developed by David Belle and was guided by his father who was a firefighter in Paris. The aim was to get your body from point a TO point b in the most fluid way possible with the use of no equipment.
According to legend, during ancient times, more than 5000 years ago, the Persians offered hen's eggs in early spring. The egg representing fertility and renewal. In the 15th century, eggs were decorated for Easter, and then some even contained surprises.
Easter will be celebrated on April 17 this year. Easter is celebrated each year on the Sunday following the spring full moon. But Easter is above all chocolate egg hunts and family dinners. For a long weekend with the family or for a longer stay for the Easter holidays, we offer a large choice of properties throughout France.
Yves Klein is a French painter born in Nice in 1928 and an important figure in post-war European art. In 1956, he patented the formula for his invention, International Klein Bleue, a deep blue hue colour. Klein started to create relief portraits in the 1960s.
The Lemon Festival in Menton is a traditional festive event organized by the Tourist Office of the city of Menton. Every year at the end of winter, in Menton, you can attend the lemon festival. In addition, there is also the carnival of Menton which celebrates the production of lemon every year.
Candlemas is a religious holiday which is celebrated on the fortieth day after Christmas, December 25th. Its etymological origin comes from the candles used that day instead of the usual torches. It also symbolizes the Rite of Spring.
On holiday in the south of France? Take the time to visit Avignon, a famous city in the heart of Provence. The Pope's Palace is one of the 10 most visited sites in France. And the Pont d'Avignon inspired the famous nursery rhyme.
Mardi Gras is popularly the day when children enjoy pancakes, earlets, waffles and donuts. It is also the day when the children dress up. A few years ago they knocked on doors to ask neighbors in the villages for eggs, sugar, flour to make cakes or pancakes that will be eaten in the afternoon.
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