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Bordeaux is not only the name of a worldwide, high-quality wine terroir, it has long been the center city of the countryside of France. A magnificent place founded in the third century B.C., Bordeaux boasts several golden periods of development, including its meteoric rise in the eighteenth century as the country s center for the arts. More recently, the city s great mayor, Alain Juppe, has driven its resurgence as one of the most contemporary and enjoyable cities in Europe a city synonymous with arts, culture, and business growth. Today, more and more English speakers flock to this cosmopolitan locale, choosing to become part of its story and its way of life. Here, Anne Garde, a well-known artist and photographer, reveals the personality of this great city of change, while writer Laure Verniere evokes the spirit of the city, past and present.

About the Author
Photographer Anne Garde and travel writer Laure Verniere have coauthored several books and consider themselves twins of photography and literature. Together they bring hidden elements of people, places, and architecture into view using photographic techniques and language. They have worked for international magazines, publishing houses, and advertising companies.

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A regional guide to France, covering Bordeaux and the area around it. It provides all the information one would need to know during a holiday there, be it for a weekend or for a lengthier stay. Restaurants, local produce and where to buy it for self-catering, the local wines, good hotels at varying prices, the sights to see and the chateaux to visit, the evening strolls and the daytime hikes in the hills, the best beaches, the right cafes and bars and the night clubs, are all covered. The book is part of a series of guides to France. Each guide is written by a team of experienced travel journalists who live in the locality that they are writing about. Each year they change the focus of interest of each member of the team (food, shopping, and walks, for example) in order to offer a fresh approach to each aspect.

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In this abundantly illustrated guide, naturalist Dennis Furnell and his wife Ann introduce the reader to the ancient region of Brittany—rich in nature, wildlife, landscape, history, food, and wine. Four “departments” of Brittany are explored—Côtes d’Armor, a lovely area much influenced by the sea; Finistère, with its dramatic coastline; the small but varied Ille et Vilaine; and the beauteous Morbihan. A general introduction to the natural history, ecology, and human history of each place is followed by detailed introductions to the major sites. Highlights include the dramatic cliffs at Cap Fréhel; the nature reserve at Les Sept Iles; Le Park, with its country lanes, forests, wood valley, and wild heaths; and Cancale, renowned for its seafood. Written with enthusiasm and knowledge, this is an ideal companion for travelers and ramblers.

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A pocket-sized travel guide to Brittany, for both independent and package travellers. It includes: a gazetteer of places to see, with opening times, addresses and telephone numbers; walks and motor tours; details of sport and entertainment; and travel and business information.

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This volume is a selection of the best areas for touring in Brittany and Normandy, featuring D-Day beaches and World War II memorials, Breton ports and guides to Rouen and St Malo. It includes scenic routes around Channel ports; beaches and inland villages, standing stones and churches; and information for getting around without a car. Places of interest are highlighted and information is given on detours to get you off the main tourist trail. Rules-of-the road are explained for this particular destination and information is given on selected accommodation, dining and shopping options. The book also includes at-a-glance ratings to quickly assess the quality of local attractions.

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This guide includes a chapter detailing Brittany’s history and culture, 14 tours and excursions taking in sights ranging from its rugged, wind-battered coastline to its delightful medieval towns, leisure-time suggestions, and a comprehensive information section packed with essential contact addresses and numbers. It also contains dozens of photographs and maps.

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This guide includes a section detailing Brittany’s history, features covering the area’s life and culture, ranging from its Celtic origins to its agricultural heritage, a region by region visitor’s guide to the sights, and a comprehensive Travel Tips section packed with essential contact addresses and numbers. It also contains 210 photographs and 10 maps.

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This guide includes a chapter detailing Brittany’s history and culture, 17 itineraries and excursions taking in sights ranging from the Cote d’Emeraude’s rocky headlands and wide sandy beaches to Carnac’s prehistoric standing stones, leisure-time suggestions and a comprehensive information section packed with essential contact addresses and numbers. It also features dozens of photographs and 16 maps, including a detailed pull-out map.

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‘a fun but instructive guide written with personality and humour’ Holiday Which? - on Insight Pocket Guides

With recommendations for eating out, shopping and nightlife, this pocket guide aims to help visitors get the most out of their stay in Brittany. Included is a full-size, separate pull-out map that can be used in conjunction with the book’s itineraries or independently.

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