Ostuni in Puglia is regarded as an architectural jewel, and is commonly referred to as « the White Town » (« La Città Bianca », in Italian) for its white walls. Inhabitants are used to walking up the stairs as there are few streets in the old city. May 2012. Ostuni dans les Pouilles est considérée comme un joyau…
These seaside shanks on the Oleron island belong to local oyster farmers. The Marennes-Oleron oysters have a special taste that is said to be explained by their growing in a mixture of fresh and salty waters. September 1998. Ces cabanes de bord de mer sur l’île d’Oléron appartiennent aux ostréiculteurs locaux. Les huîtres Marennes-Oléron ont…
Elizabeth II’s carriage is going up the Mall to Buckingham Palace. Ecstatic crowds of Londoners and tourists greet the Queen. June 2013. Le carrosse d’Elizabeth II remonte le Mall en direction du Palais de Buckhingham. Des foules de Londoniens et de touristes saluent la Reine. Juin 2013.
La Grande-Motte is a popular seaside resort, built in the 1960s and 1970s. In the summer season, a few spots like the Effet-Mer restaurant, attract young people in a Miami-like atmosphere. During the day, the location is used a private beach. July 2011. La Grande-Motte est une station balnéaire populaire, bâtie dans les années 60…
Chania is the second largest city in Crete. It is known for its Venetian harbor where elegant women take the pose in the evening light. August 2013. La Canée est la seconde ville de Crète. Elle est connue pour son port vénitien où les femmes élégantes prennent la pose dans la lumière du soir. Août…
A brotherhood enters a church in Ajaccio. Brotherhoods of penitents are associations with exclusively lay members. Over sixty fraternities are active in Corsica. They are now organized as genuine independent micro-societies that ensure the survival of polyphonic sacred music. August 2005. Une confrérie entre à l’intérieur d’une église d’Ajaccio. Les confréries de pénitents sont des…
