Famous Stained-Glass Windows in France, Episode 216
On today's episode, Elyse inspires us to go see stained-glass windows in France. Those windows almost always explore religious themes so we'll take stops at several Cathedrals that are worth a visit just to admire the stained-glass.
Stained-Glass Windows from the early 1200s in France One of the places we stop during today's conversation is the Chartres Cathedral. The stained-glass windows you see there today were installed between 1205 and 1240. I don't know about you, but that makes me feel small.
Some of these churches are so tall that we can only see a lot of details with the help of binoculars or zoom lenses. As you know if you've been following the podcast for a while, Annie loves photography and has tried to photograph details of stained-glass windows for many years.
Stained-Glass Windows and Abbé Suger I took the photo you see above at the Saint-Denis Basilica in Paris. This is where Abbé Suger lived and worked and where he preached that Divine Light lived in the Cathedral. Some of us choose to see this as a physical phenomenon, some of us choose to see it as a religious experience. Either way, it's beautiful and Abbé Suger was on to something when he linked the beauty light and stained-glass can bring to a Cathedral and the feeling of divinity.
French Property For Sale in France: Jumilhac-le-Grand, Aquitaine, Dordogne 24. 449,500€.
French Property For Sale in Aquitaine, Dordogne 24, France - FULL DESCRIPTION BELOW
This property can be found at
This French property has the following features
+ REF#2734340
+Aquitaine
+Dordogne 24
+near to Jumilhac-le-Grand
+449500 EUR
+House
+a barn
Set in a quiet hamlet is this magnificently restored 250 years old house of 310m2 SH, set on the top of a rise overlooking 2 valleys and with 1 hectare of land. In 2002/2003 the house was lovingly restored under skilled management from the floor to the roof fully respecting the history of the property.
A large beamed living room with stone walls, has a fireplace, satellite TV point, as well as a dining area with another fireplace plus access to a large terrace. A modern fitted kitchen with an 250 years old bread oven (can still be used to bake bread or pizza), a dishwasher and an access to a further small terrace. The ground floor is completed by a luxury bath/shower with hydro-jet massage and WC.
In the first floor you will find 3 bedrooms plus a WC with hand basin. Here you can sleep with open windows, listening to the peace of the night.
In 2007 the owners finished the restoration of the last part of this property a stunning 2nd salon in a barn of more than 100m2 with 2 mezzanines areas on different levels. This gives the potential to create here 2 further bedrooms or living-rooms or whatever you wish. This area also has another WC, an access to the garden.
A beautiful big garden with very old walnut trees, a superb fenced heated pool of 10 x 5 (1.2 - 1.75m depth) with Roman steps and a paved sun terrace.
With flower borders and neighbouring trees to give shade as well as the large terrace, wonderful for al fresco dining, and the second smaller terrace with stone table and benches, perfect for taking the first coffee of the day - this all will allow you a perfect retreat for a tranquil 'away-from-it-all' life, starting from the moment of your arrival.
Other features include an electric gate with videophone, automatic lighting for the outside-lamps, a large private parking and a lovely illuminated heated pool for superb evenings.
The nearest shops, restaurants, and school can be found at St-Yrieix-la-Perche or Jumilhac-le-Grand (both only 7 km). The Perigord with its many lakes and rivers is a region where nautical activities and water sports are very accessible. Limoges with its International airport is just 53 km distant. It's possible to buy more land, if you need at a supplementary price. The only buildings nearby are a small pottery of the neighbour and a barn for hay for their horses.
More photos available.
. Location: Long: 45.260278 Lat: 1.148611
KMG Speed Test Run 10-6-2013
Test run of the KMG Speed ride at the 92nd Annual West Side Nut Club Fall Festival
French Property For Sale in Limousin Haute-Vienne 87
French Property For Sale in Limousin, Haute-Vienne 87, France - FULL DESCRIPTION BELOW
This property can be found at
This French property has the following features
+ REF#2727624
+Limousin
+Haute-Vienne 87
+240000 EUR
+House
+swimming pool
What a setting, what a garden and what a house. As pretty as can be with the space and privacy around it plus a swimming pool and two great lakes thrown in. What more could you ask for. Ah yes, character, well this house is just oozing that charm and character one would expect from a traditional French farmhouse in the Limousin.
Ground floor: With approximately 120msq of habitable space key rooms include a large living room (34msq) with wood burner in the wonderful fireplace. Behind the living room is an open plan dining area (34msq) and computer area. From the living room is the equipped kitchen (10msq) which leads in turn to the terrace and swimming pool area. Also on this level is a shower room with WC.
First floor: There are three bedrooms on this level and a bathroom behind the main bedroom. The rooms are around 8msq, 13msq, and 13msq. All ceilings are on the slant as this area is within the roof.
Outside: Behind the house is the sunken swimming pool measuring 9 x 5 meters. This is set in a clean and tidy terrace area. The gardens and lakes cover an area of around 8000msq. The two lakes which are to the side of the house are stream fed and simply teaming with fish. Just outside the house at the end of the long driveway leading to it is the outside wood store/workshop area.
This is just a wonderful property with character, style, charm, seclusion and outside activities all on the doorstep. Don't wait this will go quickly.
New La Tour Blanche Hotel Toulon
This hotel is a landmark in Toulon, and is worth a stay in order to enjoy the view and the peaceful atmosphere . ( 1006/SS )The building is modern surrounded by Mediterranean vegetation.The lobby is of medium size with modern decoration. There is a sitting area.This charming hotel offers a stunning view over the beautiful cove-lined Mediterranean. This hotel is located at the foot of the Faron Mountains and is only minutes from the harbour as well as the centre of Toulon. It is therefore, an ideal place for both business guests and holidaymakers. There are a profusion of shops, bars, restaurants, as well as a pulsing nightlife located in the surrounding area, around 2 km away. The public transport network is easily reached on foot.The popular hotel was built in 1920 and completely renovated in the year 2000. It offers a 7-storey main building as well as a 7-storey annexe block with a total of 71 double rooms. Amongst the hotel facilities count a foyer with 24-hour reception, a safe, a cloakroom and a lift. Guests are also offered a bar, a café, a hairdresser's salon, a TV room and an air-conditioned restaurant with extra highchairs for children. In addition, the hotel provides a kids' playground for younger guests, a conference room and a public Internet terminal. Those arriving by car may make use of the hotel car park. Room and laundry services as well as medical assistance complete the services on offer at this hotel.This hotel is a landmark in Toulon, and is worth a stay in order to enjoy the view and the peaceful atmosphere .The rooms are large, although decorated in a modern style, they could do with some refurbishment. Both bathrooms and rooms are in good conditions.The restaurant benefits from the panoramic view of the sea. In Toulon the restaurant has a good reputation for providing good regional cuisine.The lobby is of medium size with modern decoration. There is a sitting area.The New Hotel Tour Blanche is a first-class hotel located 15 ki
Crear McCartney Stained Glass Window St Michael's Parish Church Linlithgow Scotland
Tour Scotland video of the Crear McCartney stained glass window in St Katherine's Aisle in St Michael's Parish Church in Linlithgow, West Lothian. This window was designed and made by Scottish artist Crear McCartney.
Hommage à Dame Nature
Ce film est composé de photos prises au cours de mes balades matinales dans la nature, lorsque les premiers rayons de soleil inondent les fleurs couvertes de rosée.
Parcourir notre Dame Nature en immortalisant sa beauté est pour moi une source de fraîcheur et de joie dans le chaos qui règne en ce monde et je suis heureuse de la partager avec vous.
Ces photos sont accompagnées par le prélude en C Major de Bach, par Morning Mood de Grieg et par l' Hiver des 4 saisons de Vivaldi
Cathy
catherine-coulon@hotmail.fr
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