Culture of Aquitaine Region. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces
If you are in Aquitaine during a warm season, from April to October, visit the famous Cordouan Lighthouse. It is the oldest lighthouse in Europe. The lighthouse, built in the late 16th century, amaze with its beauty. What is interesting – the position of the “Sea Notre-Dame Cathedral” keeper is still not abolished. Another beautiful lighthouse is in Biarritz. It was built in the middle of the 19th century and is open for tourists all year round. When the weather is good, you can see the Spanish shore from the top of the building. When in Biarritz, you can also visit St. Eugenie church. It was built a little more than a century ago and earned the admiration of the locals and the tourists by its glory. There is also the Sea Museum with a large exposition in this city, and the Chocolate Museum, which won’t leave coldhearted any sweet tooth in the world.
Magnificent vineyards, famous beach resorts, numerous historical landmarks and places of natural interest can be called main features of Aquitaine. This scenic region at the southwest of … Open
At first sight, it may seem that Aquitaine would be interesting only for the kids, who like the sea and all about it. Of course, there are a lot of slides, trampolines, “bananas” and … Open
La Roque-Gageac has won the price as the most beautiful French countryside for a reason. Though it may have only a couple dozens of houses between a river and a rock, the beauty of this place is stunning. The du Tau Castle is also located here. Saint-Jean-de-Cole is also well-preserved and represents the Medieval French architecture. Cave explorers should go to the cave system close to the Villard village. And those, who are interested in the ancient history, should visit Lascaux caves, where you can see the cave paintings from the Paleolithic era. The admirers of the Medieval atmosphere will like Sarlat and Perigord. Beynac-et-Cazenac will please you with an old castle and the two churches. In the Domme commune you will see seven-hundred-years-old buildings, and a Craft and Folk Art Museum. All those abovementioned are just a tip of the iceberg of all the sights of Aquitaine, the land of old and rich history.
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Cathedrals and basilicas near Aquitaine Region
♥ Co-cathédrale Saint-Luper, Eauze, 49.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Ancienne cathédrale Saint-Pierre, Condom, 57.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basilique Saint-Michel, Bordeaux, 71.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Cathédrale Saint-André, Bordeaux, 72.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basilique Saint-Seurin, Bordeaux, 73.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Co-cathédrale Saint-Luper, Eauze, 49.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Ancienne cathédrale Saint-Pierre, Condom, 57.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basilique Saint-Michel, Bordeaux, 71.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Cathédrale Saint-André, Bordeaux, 72.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Basilique Saint-Seurin, Bordeaux, 73.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
Iconic cultural sights of France
The main museum of France and the most famous museum in the world is the Louvre. Annually it is visited by nearly 10 million people. It is located in the ancient royal palace and is one of the oldest museums in the world. In it there are collections of Ancient Iran, Rome, Egypt, priceless sculptures and canvases as well as art objects. The most famous exhibits are the "Mona Lisa" by Leonardo da Vinci, "The beautiful gardener" by Raphael, "Venus de Milo". In Paris is another major museum of fine art - the Museum of Orsay. It contains the famous canvases of Van Gogh, Pissarro, Monet, Manet, Degas, Gauguin, Renoir, and Sisley. Also in Paris, it is worth visiting the National Museum of Natural History open to visitors as far back as the 18th century. It features a garden of plants, a paleontological museum, an evolution gallery and a human museum. … Open
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Photogallery of cultural heritage of Aquitaine Region
Landmarks of culture on Aquitaine Region map: art-galleries, monuments, palaces, etc
Culture guide to Aquitaine Region. Which fascinating sights to visit once you are in Aquitaine Region: temples, churches, museums, theaters and castles. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) on the places 'must visit' in Aquitaine Region. Plan your own city excursion by using this page info!