The Whimsical Exhibit of Place des Vosges

If there is one point in Paris, France that should be in anyone's route aside from the ever recognized Eiffel Tower, it is the 400-year-old Place des Vouges. It was originally called Place Royale, a residential square that was assembled under King Henry IV formed to add up an urban feel in the cluttered La Marais district.

The square holds many mileposts in its walls, including a painful road to become the beauty that it is now, a marked joust tournament to celebrate the wedding of King Henry II's daughter to the King of Spain, and even Henry II's death later on as prophesied by the infamous Nostradamus. The king died exactly ten days after an ugly occurrence in the Hôtel des Tournelles, which her queen had eradicated a couple of days after as an expression of her grief. That same site is the prevailing post that the Place des Vosges proudly stands today, only it got more beautiful after years of refinement. It is still a residential community, which houses hip and cozy homes adorned with bluish roofs, whitish stones, and reddish bricks, but it is also a commercial hub with the many shops and restaurants offering good buys and luscious menus.

Fontainebleau Castle and Forest is the Fantastic Place of the Past

France is found in every thick history book, fictional work, and arty masterpiece, with highlights on the royalty of the medieval epochs, castles, wars, and battles. Well-preserved artifacts are tightly tucked in some areas, but are still never missed by the millions of guests who go to France.

That was the focal aim of my latest France visit. As soon as I arrived in the wonderful country, I instantly went to the Fontainebleau Castle and Forest, one of the most frequented tourist attractions in France. A eminent protected area, the "Bleau" houses some famous monuments and trails set up against a verdant wildlife.

As I feasted my eyes on the celebrated splendor of the interior of the Bleau, I couldn't resist to hike. With a map in my possession, I elatedly followed the multi-farious trails and roads. As if hiking was not enough, I even tried to climb their Mini Alps along with a throng of thrilled travelers.

My Bleau exploit would not be finished|enough if I didn't set eyes on the forest's aviary collection. I was startled by the external splendor of the crested tit, woodpeckers, woodlarks, firecrest, and other wildlife creatures.

Fontainebleau Castle and Forest did not in any fashion disenchant me. For some hours, I felt I was promptly rushed back to the medieval era, and the only thing missing was the picture of a horse and a knight making rounds within the castle's grounds.

A Slice Of A Scrumptious French Cheese And A Bottle Of An Excellent Red Wine

When I hear the words "French Cuisine", the first thing that comes to my mind is cheese since France is noted its different kinds of cheese, which are customarily served as appetizers presented on so-called "cheese boards". So since I wanted to make the prime out of my wandering to France, I decided to do a little cheese-tasting adventure along the busy streets of Paris.

Camembert cheese, which is developed out of cow's milk, is better munched while it is yet soft and creamy. Thus, if you put it inside the refrigerator, let it thaw first before serving it to your confidants. Moreover, slices of this cheese category are best munched with a glass of red wine, as they complement each other's flavors.

Another cheese, the French classic category, is the one developed from goat's milk. This type is fitting for a glass of Bordeaux red wine because it brings out the wine's fresh zest. However, when bargaining for a goat's milk cheese, make sure that you settle for the medium dry type.

On the other hand, The Roquefort cheese, which is noted worldwide, is actually developed from an ewe's milk. This cheese has a very forceful, but delicious zest, making it incompatible with some types of wines.

Based on French manner, slices of cheese are generally served on a cheese board, with pieces of crisp lettuce on the side. Moreover, they are best served with a bottle of chilled red wine, which concludes a pure French cuisine experience.

A Well-known and Honored Arts and Designs School

Have you ever dreamed of designing clothes and exhibiting them in a fashion display? Or do you enjoy making garbs and see people buying them? If you're like me, who desires to became a bonafide fashion designer, then Paris is the best place to go.

Apart from being one of the fashion symbol in the world, Paris is also well-known for its arts and fashion designer schools. The Parson's Paris School of Design stands out among the list of honored designer schools in the country, not just because of its good curriculum but also because of its blossoming popularity -- being the sponsor and the workplace of the popular TV show, Project Runway. The Project Runway is a contest for beginning fashion designers and the winner will be given the chance to introduce his/her creations in the prestigious Olympus Fashion Week.

The school offers a list of programs that will surely please anyone's thirst for arts that include fashion design, fine arts, and photography. They also boasts quite a list of well-known as well as beginning fashion designers like Daniel Vosovic, a runner-up in the Project Runway show. The Parson's School of Design have schools in both Paris and US and the subjects are taught in English so students from all over the planet Earth are encouraged to enroll.

Settling for A French Hotel Based On Your Vacation Objectives

Hotels in France are surprisingly subdivided based on what particular state they are located in and what particular French area the hotels wish to promote. For example, there are hotels near French historical regions, which conspicuously promote French historical landmarks. There are also French hotels set in the wine regions, which is obviously promoting the huge wine industry of France.

On the other hand, if your objective in coming to France is simply to relax and be by yourself, then the hotels that you should settle for are those variously classified as seaside hotels, mountain hotels, and countryside hotels. For the latter subdivision, worth checking out should be the Hotel Le Bon Laboureur, an old country inn dating back to as far as 1786.

What is specifically enchanting about Le Bon Laboureur is the huge greenery that surrounds it where biking is a popular activity. However, if you just want to be alone, you could take a walk around the wide garden that is effectively accessible from the five diverse houses that make up the hotel.

Breakfast of continental dishes are introduced daily in every room, but an excellent option should be a garden breakfast where the warmth of the morning sun will properly welcome you. Afterward, you can set up a tour of the spot either on foot or aboard a bike.

Indeed, the Hotel Le Bon Laboureur introduces a different French experience for visitors. Travel plans though, may have to be advanced as the hotel has a rather unconventional policy of closing shop from November 12 up to December 22, and then from January 5 up to February 10.