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 Jeff Steiner's Americans in France.
Resource for people that would like to live or travel in France.
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Newsletter May 2012 Ascension The Ascension of Jesus is a national holiday in France, one of six related to Christianity. Ascension always falls on a Thursday, 40 days after Easter Sunday. Because of this, it's not uncommon for many French people to Faire le Pont - make a long weekend out of the Ascension holiday. Anzy-le-Duc This is considered the most beautiful Romanesque Church in the Brionnais region. Its three story octagonal bell tower and sculptures above the doorway doesnt disappoint. Neither does its rediscovered 10th century crypt or the 40 capitals. If you see one church in the Brionnais make sure its this one. Free & Frugal Paris There's no need to spend your life savings to enjoy Paris. Visiting Notre Dame? Skip the overpriced tourist cafés and picnic by the Seine. Interested in Parisian history? Visit the gorgeous Musée Carnavalet - it's free. Serious about gourmet travel? This app lists Paris' best bakeries, traditional cafés and hip new bistros - all near major landmarks. French Legislative Elections 2012 French legislative elections will take place on June 10th and 17th 2012. These elections follow the presidential election that took place on April 22nd and May 6th won by Francois Hollande. Sacred Heart Basilica The Sacred Heart Basilica in Paray-le-Monial was constructed at the end of the Romanesque period. The present day Basilica was built to replace a 10th century church of which little is known. Most construction on Sacred Heart stopped in the 14th century. |
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