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Bordeaux Cathedral

A sight to behold, this Roman Catholic Church is one of the finest samples of the beauty that Gothic architecture represents A must go for History, Art and Architecture enthusiasts. The very structure of the catherdral stands imposingly yet does so with a sublimity that evokes awe.Built from 1730 to 1775, the Cathedral has stood the test of time and has endured the blunt brunts of humans.Kings and Popes cameand went, yet the Cathedral stands resolute with a serenity that remains unparalleled. Read More

The only cultural center in the world dedicated to understanding and appreciating the tradition and lineage of wine. A must-go for wine connosieurs and people who are interested in learning the subtle and sophisticated art of wine tasting. For anyone and everyone who is keen about truly understanding the tradition of wine that has for centuries, thrived in Bordeaux, this is the place to be. Beatific and aesthetically pleasing in all ways possible, La Cite du Vin is one of a kind. Read More

The Left Bank Quays happen to be one of the world's most beautiful waterfronts, courtesy of its 18th-century facades and various other historical structures that adorn its periphery. A UNESCO site, the waterfront is the best place to unwind, shop, sight-see, and chill. Declared as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 2007, this place has evolved to become one of the most versatile, effervescent and iconic locations of all times.The plethora of options when it comes to the choice of activity, be it shopping, sight seeing, binging or just simply chilling out and basking in the very beauty that surrounds one, the quayside becomes an instant favorite, Read More

Covering over 3,450 square meters, the Water Mirror is the world’s largest reflecting pool. Listed as a Contemporary World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the entire structure is made of granite slabs covered with 2cm of water. It also has a system underneath, creating a water mist-like formation every 15 minutes. The best time to visit this beautiful creation is at night. Visitors are allowed to walk through the water and enjoy the gorgeous reflections on the pool. Built and inaugurated in 2006, the Water Mirror was designed by Michel Corajoud and built by Jean-Max Llorca and Pierre Gangnet. The pool offers a mesmerizing reflection of Place De La Bourse which was built back in the 18th century. Read More

A must gor for Art enthusiasts, for that matter anyone of appreciates beauty, the CAPC Modern Art Museum houses the best of contemporary art. This museum offers a meticulous look at a half-century of culture and features new forms of contemporary art. Created some 40 years ago in a former colonial warehouse (Entrepªts Lain_), it focuses on emerging art forms. It houses a permanent exhibition of some 1,300 works by 190 artists.The CAPC also organises temporary exhibitions, lectures and discussions on art history, guided tours, and learning experiences for children to pique interest in all, irrespective of what age one is. Read More

A storehouse of talent that still echos through the ages and resonates till date in new art forms and artists, the Grand Theatre stands solid in an ever so elegant fashion. For a person who appreceiates western classical perfoming arts, the Opera House opens new avenues of pleasant surprises.One of the oldest theatres in Europe, the Opera House is adorned by the twelve Corinthian columns that harbour a statue each of the nine muses and three goddesses. It took more than five years to build the Grand Th_äte. It was finally inaugurated in 1780 with a performance of Athalie, a play by Jean Racine. Read More