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The Basque culture enjoys a great diversity thanks to its neighboring influences. Some examples of their traditions are:
- Basque pelota. The root of this ball game can be traced back to the French medieval paume (meaning palm) game from the 13th century.
Let’s travel to France …. To the Basque Country! (Part 2)
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Basque Country also possesses a rich and tumultuous history. In fact, between Roman invasions in 196 and the Franco dictatorship that started in 1939, the history of the Basque people is “imprinted with pride, oppression and fierce struggles”.… Read More
Let’s travel to France …. To the Basque Country! (Part 1)
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If you search the internet for Basque Country, you will immediately be inspired by the serenity and friendliness of the region. Between hikes along the Atlantic coast and the beauty of its inland region, you will surely fall in love.… Read More
#1 Artist’s Houses in France: Rosa Bonheur
The most famous French artists are known all over the world. But these big names of the Arts did not only leave their work behind. Sometimes, their houses became museums that let us dive further in to their lives and their worlds.
Here is the first stop on our Artist’s house French tour.… Read More
The Rouen Armada
From June 6th to 16th, about fifty gigantic historic ships from all over the World gather in Rouen, Normandy. This marine event, one of the biggest in the world, will celebrate its 30 year anniversary this year. This gathering is called the Rouen Armada (FR: Armada de Rouen).… Read More
