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The Iris of Provence by Vincent Van Gogh
Painted in Saint-Rémy de Provence, Irises is one of Van Gogh's most reproduced paintings. First and foremost, this affecting canvas evokes a...
17/05/2013
A Van Gogh Foundation in Arles
A Van Gogh Foundation in Arles
In spring 2014, the Van Gogh Foundation will open its doors in Arles, a city dear to Van Gogh, who spent 15 months of his life there. Leading up to...
11/05/2013
The Cannes Film Festival 2013
The Cannes Film Festival 2013
In one week, the 66th Cannes International Film Festival will be inaugurated on the famous Croisette. On the program, 10 days of cinema, stars and...
08/05/2013
Picasso in Vallauris
Picasso in Vallauris
The artist left his mark on the little town of Provence, which pays tribute to him with a museum and a permanent photography exhibition. An...
26/04/2013
Grasse, the city of perfumes
Grasse, the city of perfumes
This city on the French Riviera is known around the world for the creation of perfume. Centifolia Roses, Jasmine, Orange Flower are just as many...
23/04/2013
Marcel Pagnol A Son of the Soil
Marcel Pagnol A Son of the Soil
On the occasion of the release of journalist William Leymergie's book En tête à tête avec Marcel Pagnol (One on One with Marcel Pagnol), let's...
19/04/2013
Why Grasse is the world capital of perfume
 
Why Grasse is the world capital of perfume
Jasmine, roses, mimosa are just as many marvelous ingredients at the heart of the French perfume tradition. The International Perfume Museum in...
17/04/2013
L'Altro Cose Cosi, A Place Like No Other in Nice
L'Altro Cose Cosi, A Place Like No Other in Nice
L'Altro Cose Cosi, A concept store based around the five senses in Nice!
14/04/2013
Forcalquier, the Authentic Provence
Forcalquier, the Authentic Provence
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12/04/2013
Almond Blossom by Vincent Van Gogh
Almond Blossom by Vincent Van Gogh
'Almond Blossom' is a vibrant testimony to the love that linked Vincent Van Gogh to his brother Theo. It's also a masterpiece that pays tribute to...
09/04/2013
Rodin, The Light of Antiquity: exhibition in Arles
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The Musée de l'Arles Antique presents 132 works by Auguste Rodin and as many antique creations that inspired the artist. This major exhibition is...
04/04/2013
Grasse through the ages
Grasse through the ages
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Cool shopping in Aix en Provence
Cool shopping in Aix en Provence
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