Valençay : the castle of Talleyrand. History and visit
The castle of Valençay is one of the great sites of the Loire Valley, just like Chenonceau, Cheverny or Chambord. Known to have been the residence of Talleyrand, the domain of Valençay has however a long history behind it when the famous diplomat acquired it in 1803. What is the history of the Valençay castle? […]
The amazing story of the Palais Jacques Cœur of Bourges
In Bourges the Palais Jacques Coeur is a 15th century mansion that marked a turning point in the history of architecture. Built by the rich merchant Jacques Coeur, it will never be inhabited by its owner, who fell into disgrace a few years before the end of the construction. To visit the Palais Jacques Coeur […]
Best things to do in Strasbourg: city guide
What to visit in Strasbourg? Between its cathedral, the charming Petite France district and its many museums, Strasbourg is a city where you won’t get bored! How to prepare your stay in Strasbourg? What are the must-see visits? Discover in this useful guide a selection of activities to discover the city as well as some […]
The music selection of the month
Every month, you will find on Culturez-vous a selection of the latest musical releases. 14 tracks are waiting for you in this new playlist to make you (re)discover artists. In this month’s selection: Giant Rooks, Red Rum Club, Polo & Pan, Glass Animals, Baby Queen, Aime Simone, Mina Tindle, YellowStraps, Klein, Alex Melville, Terrenoire, Lisbone, […]
Best things to do in Cognac: city guide
What to visit in Cognac? Here is a guide to prepare your stay in this city which promises you a real change of scenery: history, culture and wine tourism meet and promise you beautiful discoveries. You’ll find here an overview of the many activities that await you there as well as some good addresses to […]
How cognac is made?
Cognac is a very complex product that requires time and great know-how. What is the history of cognac? how is it made? and how to choose it? To discover its manufacturing secrets I went to meet the Martell teams, both in the Borderies in the heart of the famous brand’s vineyards, and in their tasting […]