Roman Mosaic in Grand
The enormous Roman mosaic in Grand France was the floor of the basilica of Adesina during Roman times. Adesina was the Roman name for the village we now know as Grand. One of the largest known mosaics in Europe, this restored mosaic measures 232 square meters. A Bit of History A little bit of research leads me to believe ...
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Grand Amphitheater
The Grand Amphitheater is a Gallo-Roman amphitheater found in Grand France in the Lorraine Region. It was one of the largest amphitheaters in the Roman Empire. Dedicated to Apollo Grannus who was one of several Gaulish dieties. Grannus was a god of healing Located on the outskirts of the town, the amphitheater was ...
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Orange France
Come experience Orange France through the eyes of Linda, one of our readers. Orange is just north of Avignon in the Rhone Valley, the southeastern geographical area of France known as Provence: Orange is often an over looked destination, not shining as brightly as Arles or Aix-en-Provence, but it definitely has much to ...
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Arles Provence Van Gogh
Come experience Arles Provence and Van Gogh through the eyes of Linda, one of our readers: One of the most memorable towns in Provence for me is Arles. I am a great fan of Vincent Van Gogh. In Arles you can pick up a walking tour map at the visitor’s center and tour the ten reproductions on easels depicting the actual ...
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Senlis France Day Tripping from Paris to Get Lost for the Day
Read my story in French » Even in our sleep deprived condition from the overseas flight it was so easy to get to Senlis France from Charles de Gaulle Airport. We rented a car and in less than 30 minutes we were in the Picardy Region literally halfway between Chantilly and Senlis. Half-way is really walking distance as it ...
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Saintes- a Fascinating Gallo Roman town filled with amazing history
Read my story in French » The Gallo- Roman town of Saintes which dates back over 2000 years is the capitol of the Santoigne Department in the Poitou-Charentes (now the Nouvelle Aquitane). This delightful town is easy to navigate on foot. I parked my car in one of the numerous car-parks and walked everywhere. My B&B ...
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Poitou-Charentes Region Is Now the Nouvelle-Aquataine But its Beauty Has Not Changed!
The former Poitou-Charentes Region of France lies on the western side of France, fronting the Atlantic Ocean. This is now the administrative region of Nouvelle-Aquitaine. In this predominantly rural region you will find remains of the Romans and Gauls who once inhabited this part of France. Having the mildest climate in ...
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