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Discover France in 100 Destinations

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Discover France in 100 Destinations by Franck Ferrand takes you on a vibrant journey through France, highlighting an array of its most enchanting locations. This travel guide blends historical insights, cultural anecdotes, and stunning visuals to inspire wanderlust and appreciation for the country's diverse landscapes and landmarks. From famous monuments to hidden gems, it offers a captivating glimpse into the soul of France without revealing every detail, perfect for both first-time visitors and seasoned travellers.
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You might enjoy this captivating travel book if you're keen on exploring France's hidden gems and iconic locations. With a blend of rich history, culture, and stunning photography, it offers an inspiring tour for both seasoned travellers and newcomers looking to discover France's diverse beauty and adventures.

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In twelve thematic chapters dedicated to the places that define the heart of France, this book offers readers 100 "best of" destinations to the most beautiful, iconic, and evocative cities, sites, and landscapes.

In twelve thematic chapters dedicated to the places that define the heart of France, this book offers readers 100 "best of" destinations to the most beautiful, iconic, and evocative cities, sites, and landscapes.

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Beautifully illustrated with colour photographs, Discover France in 100 Destinations showcases the very best of France's myriad delights through its UNESCO World Heritage Sites, splendid castles, beautiful towns, great museums, and natural wonders. The compact, fully-illustrated book reveals France's medieval treasures, its classical marvels, and the homes of its most celebrated creatives.

From the prehistoric drawings in the Lascaux caves to Avignon's Papal Palace that was the seat of Western Christianity in the fourteenth century; from the Chรขteau de Cormatin in Burgundy to the Chรขteau d'Harouรฉ in Lorraine; from Leonardo de Vinci's house in the Loire Valley to the home of General de Gaulle; from the lighthouse of Cordouan to the Royal Saltworks of Arc-et-Senanโ€”both masterpieces of Renaissance architecture; from Monet's gardens at Giverny that inspired his famous Water Lilies to the Maulรฉvrier Japanese Oriental Garden; or from the coastal cities of Port-Cros in Provence and Ile-aux-Moines in Brittany to the great vineyards of France, this book introduces you to the very heart of France!

Curated by French historian Franck Ferrand, who is deeply passionate about the culture and beauty of France, this book offers a broad and in-depth introduction to the nation's most fascinating locations, exploring all corners of the country.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9782080204462

Publisher: Editions Flammarion

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 April 2021

Country: France

Imprint: Flammarion

Illustration: 112 Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 160.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 520g

Pages: 168

About the Author

Franck Ferrand is journalist, broadcaster, and historian, specializing in French history. He published Jacques Garcia: Decorating in the French Style (Flammarion, 1999/2005), Bordeaux Chรขteaux: A History of the Grands Crus Classรฉs 1855-2005 (2005/2013), Bordeaux Grands Crus Classรฉs 1855 (Flammarion, 2018), and Highland Living (Flammarion 2010/2015).

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