Musée de la Vie Romantique

Museum of Romantic LifeMusée de la Vie Romantique (Museum of Romantic Life).
A visit to the charming Museum of the Romantic Life, dedicated to novelist George Sand (1804-76), will transport you to the countryside. In a pretty 1830s mansion at the end of a tree-lined courtyard, the small permanent collection includes drawings by Delacroix and Ingrès, among others, though Sand is the star. There are glass cases stuffed with her jewelry and snuff boxes, and even a mold of the hand of composer Frederic Chopin, one of her many lovers. The museum, about a five-minute walk from the Musée Gustave Moreau, is in the picturesque neighborhood once called New Athens, a reflection of the architectural tastes of the writers and artists who lived there. There is usually an interesting temporary exhibit. Don’t miss the garden café, open from Easter to late September. Read more »

Arc de Triomphe

Arc de TriompheCommissioned in 1806 by Napoleon, shortly after his victory at Austerlitz, it was not finished until 1836. There are four huge relief sculptures at the bases of the four pillars. These commemorate The Triumph of 1810 (Cortot); Resistance , and Peace (both by Etex); and The Departure of the Volunteers, more commonly known by the name La Marseillaise (Rude). Read more »

Chartres Cathedral’s

chartresChartres Cathedral (full name Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Chartres) is one of the greatest achievements in the history of architecture, located in the medieval town of Chartres, about 50 miles from Paris. Until now its originality design and details were maintained carefully. In addition to its architectural splendor, Chartres Cathedral has been a major pilgrimage destination since the early Middle Ages. Its venerable history, exquisitely preserved architecture, and centuries of fervent devotion make for an atmosphere of awe and holiness that impresses even the most nonreligious of visitors. Read more »

French Best Wines

french_wineInstead of the popular Fried potatoes or French fries, there’s also other interesting foods and drinks need to try. Today we’ll discuss about French wine. French wines are one of the biggest and finest wines on earth.
French wine exports make up 34.01% of the world market share, ahead of Italian (18.03%) Australian (10.24%) and Spanish (9.18%) wine.

French wine traces its history to the 6th century BC, with many of France’s regions dating their wine-making history to Roman times. The wines produced today range from expensive high-end wines sold internationally, to more modest wines usually only seen within France. Read more »

Bregenz – Contemporary Architecture

bregenzImpressive ruins and castles, city towers, the elegant renaissance palace in Hohenems, churches and historical buildings tell the story of long bygone times.

• The landmark of Bregenz is the St. Martin’s tower . Once built as storehouse, it was reconstructed in 1600 into a watch tower. Read more »

Modern Architecture in Vorarlberg

festspielhaus-kongresshausAt first glance the unknowing observer may think “That looks like a box!“. Simplicity is the supreme principle of Vorarlberg’s modern architecture. And functionality.

Traditional wood construction is being transformed into contemporary architecture Read more »

Vorarlberg – perfect mix of modern and traditional

voarlbergAt the corner where Austria, Germany, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein meet lies the province of Vorarlberg. Here you’ll find a unique juxtaposition of the traditional and the modern, the rural and urban.

Vorarlberg, particularly the region between Bregenz and Feldkirch, is considered as Read more »

Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art – Geneva

mamcoRue des Vieux-Grenadiers 10
1205 Genève
Tel. +41 (0)22 320 61 22
Web: www.mamco.ch

Opened in September 1994 in a former factory, Mamco takes into account the spirit of the building it occupies. The factory’s industrial architecture of the 1950s allows for a flexible and constantly changing museum arrangement. Read more »

International Red Cross and Red Crescent Museum

Musee International de la Croix-RougeMusee International de la Croix-Rouge et du Croissant-Rouge.
Open every day from 10:00 to 17:00 (5:00pm), except Tuesday.
Closed on 24, 25 and 31 December and 1 January.
17 Avenue de la Paix
CH – 1202 Geneve Read more »

Old city of Bern

bern-Switzerland“Wow, it’s like something out of Hansel and Gretel!” exclaims the young girl looking at the cobbled streets, fairytale clocks, and a multitude of colorful arcades bursting with shoppers, diners and those, like me, just out to sightsee. She pulls her mother to one of the novelty stores wide-eyed with delight. If thinking of Switzerland makes you think of chocolate, cheese, Swiss watches and a yodeling damsel, then think again. Just take the city of Bern, for instance, the capital of Switzerland. This has to be one of Europe’s most beautiful, medieval cities. And it’s an explorer’s paradise. Read more »