The Great Tours: France through the Ages
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24.
United France: Celebrating Together
2020-03-27
Conclude your tour with a look at some of France's great national celebrations. First, visit the Stade de France, a shrine to French sports achievements.
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Paris and the Future
2020-03-27
Observe the ways in which Paris has responded to successive waves of modernization. Note how architectural wonders such as the Eiffel Tower and the Grand Palais came to be and tour the Metro, Paris's much admired underground rapid transit.
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22.
Paris: The Capital of Design
2020-03-27
Get to know Paris as a vital hub for the creative arts. First, visit the Cinematheque Francaise and grasp the rich role of the cinema in Paris's cultural life.
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Bohemian Paris: Artists and Expats
2020-03-27
Explore famous artists' haunts of Paris, beginning with the neighborhood of Montmartre, where the quality of light and bohemian culture were a magnet for painters and writers during the Belle Epoque. Visit the cemeteries of Montmartre and Pere Lachaise, the resting places of many famous Parisians and expats.
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Paris Transformed: La Belle Époque
2020-03-27
Witness the 19th-century urban planning works of Emperor Napoleon III and city administrator Georges-Eugene Haussmann, which thoroughly altered the urban landscape of Paris, largely creating the city we know today. Against the sociopolitical background of the Second French Empire, take in the Grands Boulevards, parks, sewer system, and standout masterpieces such as the magnificent Opera Garnier.
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Alsace and Lorraine: France Meets Germany
2020-03-27
In this much fought-over region, take the measure of Lorraine's great heroine, Jeanne d'Arc (Joan of Arc), and how she saved her country. Examine the oldest written document in a proto-French language.
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18.
Dijon and Burgundy: The Delicious Heartland
2020-03-27
Trace Burgundy's history as a politically independent duchy, and begin your visit at Dijon's Les Halles Centrales market, an exemplar of the lively culture of French street markets. Review Burgundy's dining specialties before traveling to Baune, with its medieval treasures and iconic wine auction.
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17.
The French Alps, Lyon, and Beaujolais
2020-03-27
In yet another of France's distinct regions, experience the spellbinding vistas of Mont Blanc, western Europe's tallest mountain and the birthplace of rock and ice climbing. Then pay a visit to Lyon, the capital of French gastronomy, and encounter its famous chefs, eateries, and Beaujolais wine.
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16.
Avignon: From Popes to Produce Stands
2020-03-27
Learn the singular and colorful history of Avignon, home to the papacy in the 14th century, whose legacy is the city's magnificent Palais des Papes, now the site of one of France's most revered theater festivals. See how the rich Rhone valley's produce is embodied in the region's celebrated ratatouille and the Cotes du Rhone wines, and climb the legendary Mont Ventoux, Provence's tallest peak.
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15.
Corsica: The Isle of Beauty
2020-03-27
Savor Corsica's blend of French and Italian cultures, starting in the capital of Ajaccio, birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte and a location of beautiful coastal scenery. Learn about the island's food and drink at the historic port of Bastia.
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14.
Along the Riviera: From Marseille to Cannes
2020-03-27
Here, explore the storied Cote d'Azur, starting with the history, culture, and noteworthy architecture of the industrial port of Marseille, France's second-largest city. Sample the area's signature dish, bouillabaisse; the game of petanque; and the local liqueur, pastis.
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13.
Arles: A Jewel of Provence
2020-03-27
Near the Provencal city of Arles, contemplate two incredible feats of engineering: an ancient Roman viaduct and a 21st-century cable bridge taller than the Eiffel Tower. Stop at the monarchist village of Les Baux-de-Provence; then view the Gallo Roman architecture of Arles, see the sites that inspired Vincent Van Gogh, and discover Arles' lavender fields and local food specialties.
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12.
The Camargue: Land of the Cathars
2020-03-27
Start your journey through the Camargue with a visit to the spectacular castles of the medieval sect known as the Cathars, as well as the town of Carcassonne with its fairy tale grandeur. Continue with the extraordinary urban landscape of Montpellier, and end at Albi, taking in its fortress-like cathedral, its memories of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, and the delicious regional dish of cassoulet.
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11.
The French Basque Region and the Pyrenees
2020-03-27
Trace the origins of the Basque people and uncover their unique architecture and culinary traditions, seen in the picturesque city of Bayonne. Travel to the 19th-century resort town of Biarritz and the historic fishing port of Saint-Jean-de-Luz.
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10.
Bordeaux and the Coast of Aquitaine
2020-03-27
Ponder the mysterious cave paintings of Lascaux and Chauvet, considered some of the greatest treasures of prehistory. Then encounter the extraordinary figure of Eleanor of Aquitaine and the region that bears her name.
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9.
The Loire Valley: Among the Chteaux
2020-03-27
Begin your tour of this famous region with the fabulous Chartres Cathedral and its masterpieces of stained glass. Trace the history of the Loire's plethora of extraordinary chateaux, explore two of the most celebrated, and learn about some of the region's notable citizens.
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8.
Brittany: The Wild West
2020-03-27
Investigate the Celtic culture of Brittany, starting in the walled port city of Saint-Malo, with its ramparts, forts, and seafaring past. Experience the wild beauty of the northern coast and note two contrasting cities: Quimper, with its Breton traditions and creperies; and Lorient, with its superb seafood and dramatic World War II history.
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7.
Normandy at Ease: Painters and Pilgrims
2020-03-27
The beauty and light of the Normandy coast became a magnet for 19th-century painters. Travel these shores in the footsteps of Claude Monet, then visit his home at Giverny, and learn about the inspiration for his famous paintings of water lilies.
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6.
Normandy at War: Beaches and Bunkers
2020-03-27
Travel now to the northern French coast, where three dramatic events in world history took place. Learn first about the 1066 Norman invasion of England, and the role of the famous Bayeux Tapestry.
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5.
Northeast to Champagne
2020-03-27
In your journey to the first of France's diverse regions, begin at the city of Rheims, and chart the fortunes of its glorious and historic cathedral. Learn about the beverage that gives this region its name, and about some of the area's great champagne producers.
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4.
Paris in Revolution
2020-03-27
Examine the social, intellectual, and political background of the French Revolution of 1789. Visit key locations in Paris where the events unfolded, from a legendary coffee house to the site of the Bastille prison and the Place de la Concorde.
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3.
The Splendor of Versailles
2020-03-27
Discover the remarkable palace of Versailles as the self-contained world of Louis XIV, the Sun King. Note how the landscaping surrounding the palace symbolizes features of Louis's reign, and how the Versailles court prized royal spectacle and appearances.
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The Birth and Rise of Paris
2020-03-27
Mine the layers of history that reveal how Paris evolved from an ancient settlement on the Seine to a Roman city and then the capital of France. Learn about medieval Paris through the Cluny Museum, the great cathedral of Notre Dame, and the royal chapel of Sainte-Chapelle.
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Point Zero: Charting Our Course
2020-03-27
Begin by contemplating the French art de vivre (“art of living”), and the timeless appeal that makes France the world’s most visited tourist destination. Take an overview of your upcoming journey across the rich cultural landscape of France, and learn about the iconic figure of Charles de Gaulle.
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