The castle of Villeneuve-Lembron: a jewel of the Auvergne Renaissance
Nestled in the heart of the Auvergne region (France), the castle of Villeneuve-Lembron is one of the most remarkable examples of transitional architecture between the Middle Ages and the Renaissance in France. Built at the end of the 15th century by Rigault d’Aureille, advisor and chamberlain to several kings of France, this edifice combines the defensive […]
The castle of Chavaniac-Lafayette: a bridge between France and America
Did you know that the Marquis de Lafayette was born in the heart of Auvergne (France)? It was in 1757, in le château de Chavaniac-Lafayette that the hero of the American War of Independence was born. Set in a green setting, the château was bought by a wealthy American philanthropist in the aftermath of the First World […]
Visit Bruges in the footsteps of the Flemish Masters
Did you know that the city of Bruges was one of the most dynamic cities in Europe in the Middle Ages? It was in this flourishing city that Flemish painting developed, thanks to renowned artists such as Jan Van Eyck, Hans Memling and Gerard David. Even today, some of their finest works can be seen in the very […]
Discover Kortrijk, the discreet pearl of Flanders: history, must-sees and good addresses
Halfway between Lille and Ghent, Kortrijk is one of Belgium’s little-known treasures worth visiting. Far from the tourist hustle and bustle of Bruges or Brussels, this Flemish town combines medieval heritage, cultural modernity and a gentle way of life. What to do in Kortrijk What are the must-see sights in the city, and how to best […]
Square cows: an astonishing artistic fashion in 19th-century England
Imagine a Victorian drawing room adorned with an imposing canvas: a gigantic, almost rectangular cow, perched on slender legs, looking as if it’s about to swallow a village. This is much more than a work of art: it’s a visual manifesto of power, wealth… and a certain aristocratic sense of humor. Welcome to the curious world of […]
In the footsteps of Joan Miró in Catalonia: a journey to the heart of Art
Who are you Joan Miró ?! To understand an artist, you need to know his landscapes, so to find out who Miró (1893-1983) was, there’s nothing like going to Catalonia, the painter’s native region, to discover the lands he observed for so long. From Barcelona, his birthplace, to Mont-roig, the land that inspired him so much, let’s […]