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If you are feeling flush, one of the best South France villages may well be the seaside village of Collioure where many of the great painters bought homes and lived.

It is located within view of the Pyrenees, yet is a coastal town filled with incredible pastel homes, wondrous restaurants and warm people. To live there is to have a piece of French heaven and the restaurants are “magnifique!”

Yet another breathtaking village is that of Pezenas. It is filled with sophistication including fabulous restaurants, antique shops, and many arts and craft shops. The carved stone facades of the village and vaulted courtyards make it one of the best.

Uzes harks back to Roman times win its incredible architecture and even a castle, Le Duche. Its tower overlooks the village and if you climb it, you will have many hard to believe views of its countryside.

St Guilhem-le-Desert is one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites. It was deemed historically worthy of restoration. The atmosphere of the village is without compare, for it is utterly dramatic in character.

Lagrasse is located in a quiet village and it overlooks the river Orbieu. It is renowned as the location of the Abbey of Lagrasse. Summertime has villagers swimming in the river, then eating at the sumptuous French restaurants in the village proper. A typical example of the type of property you can buy in this area is this South France property for sale in Lagrasse which for 350,000 offers an outstanding proposition only 30 minutes from the sea and close to Caracassonne.

If you’ve dreamed of living in a fortified village that surround the village, then Villefranche-de-Confluent will positively enchant you. The fortifications are positively amazing. Close to the border of Spain, it allows you to enjoy French and Spanish cooking. Its location is about halfway up the Pyrenees.

Constructed along the Tarn River, the village of Sainte Enimie rise from the river. Overhead are the amazing cliffs of the Causses. The village once held a very ancient Benedictine monastery, which are now in ruins. During the summertime, one may swim in the Tarn or canoe it to see the sights from the river.

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Author: Richard Green M.D.
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The aristocratic Faubourg Saint Germain is situated on the southern riverbank behind the well-known Muse dOrsay and includes the entire area between the skirts of Saint Germain-des-Prs and the Esplanade des Invalides.

The historic origin of this district dates back to the late 17th century. After King Louis XIVs decision to build the Invalides church and its flamboyant golden dome, the big meadow toward Saint Germain-des-Prs began to attract many investors.

Primarily aristocrats purchased large plots. They were inspired by leading architects and constructed splendid town palaces, the so-called htels particuliers which are architecturally very interesting. A modest wall facing the street is in stark contrast to the exquisite interior. Directly opposite and across from a spacious courtyard, the so-called cour dhonneur, is the main part of the building, the corps de logis, which has a beautiful garden behind it. The entire setting is flanked by two lateral wings on either side of the courtyard but the most precious apartments are situated in the main building between the courtyard and the garden; in French entre cour et jardin. Most htels particuliers (the term has nothing to do with hotels) are considered monuments of French history and house important institutions, such as ministries and embassies. They are very rarely divided up and sold as apartments.

Some htels particuliers are open to the public for visits. Although its architecture does not entirely follow the traditional setting, one of the most attractive is the so-called Htel de Biron at 77, rue de Varenne which houses the famous Muse Rodin. The sculptor himself lived there and its magnificent park showcases many of his famous sculptures.

Except for the Muse dOrsay, the Muse Rodin and some heavily guarded and important political institutions, the Faubourg Saint Germain does not offer spectacular sights. One of the most interesting features may be the simple fact that it is a very pleasant residential area offering attractive family apartments and excellent shopping facilities right in the centre of the city.

Author: Karl Schabmuller
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