A Visit to France’s Chartres Cathedral
Visiting France’s Chartres Cathedral to see the veil of the Virgin Mary
Visiting France’s Chartres Cathedral to see the veil of the Virgin Mary
The island of Mont Saint-Michel has attracted pilgrims for over a thousand years. As we planned our trip to France, there would be no doubt that we’d also make our pilgrimage to Mont Saint-Michael. What we found completely surprised and delighted us.
The D-Day landing on the beaches of Normandy was a concerted effort to save what was left of Europe. Now, nearly 70 years later, the beaches have an eerie quiet as travelers come to pay their respects.
I’m a sucker for gardens. I find there is just something magical about Europe’s grand palace gardens. From the Schonbrunn in Vienna to Powerscourt in Ireland, Europeans know how to set a spectacle. But there are perhaps none grander the Versailles gardens in France.
The beauty of Colmar, France, lies in its half-timber buildings and charming canal.