Saumur, Grace in the Western Loire Valley
The city of Saumur, and it's chateau, are at the west end of the popular Loire River valley, so there are fewer visitors. We came primarily to visit the French National Riding School, but found the town to be charming.
The chateau itself is, perhaps, less impressive than others, and the limestone walls are melting away. It does have a refreshing, crisp style compared to its' contemporaries. Outstanding views of the city add interest to the visit, and a remarkable collection of European porcelain can be found within.
Back in town you'll find several historic buildings and a pedestrian zone that makes for pleasant shopping and dining in a quiet setting.
More about Saumur via Wikipedia:
The historic town is located between the Loire and Thouet rivers, and is surrounded by the vineyards of Saumur itself, Chinon, Bourgueil, Coteaux du Layon, etc. which produce some of France's finest wines.
Prior to the French Revolution Saumur was the capital of the Sénéchaussée de Saumur, a bailiwick, that existed until 1793. Saumur was then the location of the Battle of Saumur during the Revolt in the Vendée.
The Saumur City Hall
The Cessart bridge
During the Battle of France, in World War II, Saumur was the site of the Battle of Saumur (1940) where the town and south bank of the Loire was defended by the teenage cadets of the cavalry school.[citation needed]
In 1944 it was the target of several Tallboy and Azon bombing raids by Allied planes. The first raid, on 8/9 June 1944,[1] was against a railway tunnel near Saumur, seeing the first use of the 12,000 lb Tallboy earthquake bombs. The hastily organized night raid was to stop a planned German Panzer Division, travelling to engage the newly landed allied forces in Normandy. The panzers were expected to use the tunnel. No. 83 Squadron RAF illuminated the area with flares by four Avro Lancasters and marked the target at low level by three de Havilland Mosquitos. 25 Lancasters of No. 617 Squadron RAF then dropped their Tallboys with great accuracy. They hit the bridge, blocked the railway cutting and one pierced the roof of the tunnel, bringing down a huge quantity of rock and soil which blocked the tunnel, badly delaying the German reinforcements.[2][3]
On 22 June of the same year, nine Consolidated B-24 Liberators of the United States Army Air Forces used Azon 1,000 lb glide bombs against the Samur[4] Bridge; escorted by 43 North American P-51 Mustangs. During the morning of 24 June, 74 American Boeing B-17 Flying Fortresses were again dispatched to the bridge; 38 hit the primary and 36 hit Tours/La Riche Airfield without loss; escort was provided by 121 of 135 P-51s.[4]
The town of Saumur was awarded the Croix de Guerre with palm for its resistance and display of French patriotism during the war.
A Day in a French Life
Filmed in Normandy and Paris on a GoPro camera through the eyes of Actress/Model Kristine Kelly.
Une journée dans la vie d'un français. Tourné en Normandie et à Paris sur une caméra GoPro à travers les yeux de l'actrice / modèle Kristine Kelly.
Ile de la Réunion Saint Gilles Marché local / Reunion island Saint Gilles Local market
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Vacances aux Baléares : visite de Majorque avec ses plages, ses villages, ses balades
Alex, le reporter voyageur de Voyages-sncf.com est sous le soleil des Baléares : arrivée à Palma de Majorque, il apprécie la plage, la visite de la cathédrale et la balade dans le quartier de Santa Eulalia... avant de partir en voiture dans l'arrière-pays. Son étape suivante est Valldemossa, un petit village typique, puis ensuite direction La Granja, une ferme où l'on découvre plein de produits locaux succulents. Pause sport avec du jet ski sur la plage d'Alcudia. Le tour de l'île se termine sur le lieu conseillé par Fabien, originaire des lieux : la cala Barques, un des plus beaux endroits à voir aux Baléares!
ROSTREVOR COUNTY DOWN; the Fairy Glen and Kilbroney Forest-Carlingford Lough-Dolmen and Fairies
Rostrevor is an amazing town to visit - it is located in County Down, Northern Ireland. It is home to many beautiful locations to visit... In the town itself there are some lovely pubs, takeaways and great cafes! (we had loads of tea there!).
As you walk out of the town you cross a bridge and on your left is the Fairy Glen, a wonderful path up along the river - you can also enter the Kilbroney Forest park from here and explore the grounds, see the CS Lewis Trail and if feeling adventurous, head up the climb to the Kilbroney park where the Cloughmore stone sits. Here you will have amazing views back over the town, Ross Monument, Rostrevor Forest and Kilbroney, the Mourne Mountains, Carlingford lough - actually across a good bit of County Down! :-)
Rostrevor is known to be a village and townland in county Down in Northern Ireland, it is within Newry, Mourne and Down District. Rostrevor lies at the foot of Slieve Martin on the coast of Carlingford Lough. One of the several interesting things that make this village and townland more beautiful is the Kilbroney River that flows through it.
There are different suggestions behind the origins of the name Rostrevor. The second part of the name Trevor came from the name of Sir Edward Trevor who settled in the area in the early 17th century and was then succeeded by his son Marcus Trevor who later on became Viscount Dungannon. The first part of the name which is Ros is believed to come from the name of Edward Trevor's wife who was called Rose.
There are different attractions that tourists could visit in Rostrevor, there is the big stone which is located nearby Cloughmore and perched on the slopes of Slieve Meen ( This stone which is also referred to as Cloughmore Stone was placed there by the retreating glaciers during the last Glacial Maximum although there are some legends which people believe that say that the stone was thrown by a giant from the Cooley Mountains on the other side of Cloughmore Lough and this legend also says that walking seven times around this stone will bring you good luck!
Another attraction in Rostrevor is Kilfeaghan Dolmen which is situated on the main Kilkeel to Newry road which is only three-quarter miles from Rostrevor. This is believed to be the biggest in Ireland and estimated to weigh between 35 to 40 tons.
Adding to the list of places to visit in Rostrevor, there is also the old church that stands in the graveyard on the Kilbroney Road and there is also the Bell of Bronach in the village's Catholic church which was believed to scare the passers at night during the stormy weathers.
There are two rivers in this village and that is another thing that attract people to it because who out there does not enjoy the idea of sitting, walking or even living by the river? Almost nobody.
The Ross Monument is also one of the important attractions in Rostrevor which we should shed the lights on. This monument has been there on Shore Road and was erected in 1836 and restored once again in 2008. This monument was instructed to honor Major General Robert Ross who fought in both Europe and America and it was also built to celebrate the victory of the American Forces at Bladensburg. Ross Monument is situated where Robert Ross intended to build his retirement home.
Among the important places that one could also visit when it comes to Rostrevor, there is the Fairy Glen which is at the Kilbroney Park Entrance ( and check the Narnia Trail which is also located inside and one of the places that families enjoy, adults and kids (
It is interesting to visit every corner in the city or town which you are going to travel to and visit, and these are the most important and the highlights of Rostrevor which every one going there should go and check.
This is one of the trips which we have made to Rostrevor and the places we liked the most is the Ross Monument and the Fairy Glen because one tends to explore the history of the place and at the same time will go through the adventure of exploring the Narnia Trail and all the different sculptures which are found there along the different stops inside.
Did you visit Rostrevor before? Have you ever been to any of these different attractions which we have suggested and stated? If you have been there then share your feedback with us and tell us more about the places and things which you loved the most and those which you didn't.
Just outside the town you will find more wonders like the Kilfeaghan Dolmen, it might take more than 1 day to visit! Put Rostrevor County Down on the list today!!
Rostrevor is known to be an area of historic interest and folklore (
ROSTREVOR COUNTY DOWN; the Fairy Glen and Kilbroney Forest-Carlingford Lough-Dolmen and Fairies
Africa á la Carte - Village Artisanal
Africa á la Carte
Today I am going to show you a sneak peak of one of the best places to buy African souvenirs. Join me on a short adventure to The Village Artisanal in downtown Libreville, Gabon.
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Comiendo Locro Argentino + Festejando el 25 de Mayo
Feliz 25 de Mayo! Para esta fiesta patria, decidimos cocinar un rico locro argentino - un plato que ustedes nos venían pidiendo hace mucho tiempo. En realidad, no hay una única manera de preparar el locro; este es un plato que uno puede encontrar en la gastronomia de muchos países en Latinoamérica y los ingredientes van cambiando. Nosotros cocinamos un locro argentino, como mi papá lo sabe hacer. En este video vamos a mostrarles como hacer un rico locro, vamos a compartir unos vinos, y escuchar unas historias de campo. Esperamos que lo disfruten!
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A walk around Manhattan, Ellis Island, Statue of liberty...
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Il mio primo video da New York City.
A spasso per Manhattan, Ellis Island, Statua della Libertà...
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DJI Phantom 2, Flight over Heemstede Castle
The Castle Heemstede was originally a summer retreat. It is now used as a restaurant in the area of Houten in The Netherlands.
History:
The original building was built around 1645. After a chequered past, it burned down in 1987. New owners came and went, as no one could finance the rebuilding. Finally it was sold to building company WCN, later Phanos. They started the renovation of the building that was completed in 2002