Maison Bonaparte
Family house of the Bonapartes, filled with artifacts and history about Napoleon and his family. Very well set-up with exhibits and an audio guide.
Tel:+33(0)4 95 21 43 89
www.musee-maisonbonaparte.fr
Family house of the Bonapartes, filled with artifacts and history about Napoleon and his family. Very well set-up with exhibits and an audio guide.
Tel:+33(0)4 95 21 43 89
www.musee-maisonbonaparte.fr
Part of Balagne region, Calvi is surrounded by gorgeous medieval villages such as:
Sant’Antonino : Perched on a granite hilltop, it is the oldest inhabited village on Corsica. The views of the country side and coast are spectacular. Make sure to stop at Clos Antonini, at the entrance of the village, for a delicious fresh lemon or grape juice. They also sell the own wine production, jams and almonds.
(Cell: +33(0)6 09 58 94 01)
First class museum situated in the heart of the 15th century Citadel, in the former Governor’s Palace. Dedicated to Bastia’s highly interesting history. An absolute must visit. Closed on Mon.
Tel : +33(0)4 95 31 09 12
www.musee-bastia.com
At the bottom of the Old Town, the Archaeological Museum is housed in the beautiful building that was originally the 'Hospital of the Knights'
The two floors and an internal courtyard make a wonderful setting for the archaological finds from around the island.
One of the most well known discoveries is a small marble statue of Aphrodite, better known as 'The Marine Venus', so named by the writer Lawrence Durrell whose book about his time in Rhodeswas titled 'Reflections on a Marine Venus'
During the winter months admission is free on Sundays.
96 Krabi Road
Tambon Talad Neua
Muang District
Phuket 83000
Thailand
Tel: +66 (0) 76 354 3557
Fax: +66 (0) 76 354 393
[email protected]
www.blueelephant.com/phuket/index.html
This authentic 18th century colonial house nested in a tropical park offers a great opportunity to ‘go back in time’. Once a 200 acre coffee plantation, it is now a museum showing original coffee artifacts from around the world - tastefully displayed - and the elegant simplicity of the family fine Mahogany furnishings help create a most charming atmosphere. It is a nice place to visit, offering panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea.
Set in Le Francois on the east coast, this is one of the most famous and most beautiful Plantation Homes in the Caribbean, transformed into a museum. The spectacular House of Masters, classified historic building, is open to the public and offers the unique opportunity to be immersed in the way of life of the growers of the 18th century and to discover architecture and Creole furniture from that era. The dwelling accommodates also an old rum distillery now turned into a museum explaining how the sugar cane is processed to produce rum.
Located every day on Place d’Arme, close to the Port Hercule, from 6am to 2pm. Choice of fresh local produces, fish, meat, cheese etc…
Gorgeous Belle Epoque style building, located next to the Casino, hosting since 1879 major opera, dance and musical performances.
Tel: +(377)98 06 28 00
www.opera.mc
Palatial home of the Grimaldi family, built on the site of a fortress erected by the Genoese in 1215. The palace opens its doors from April to October and its numerous splendours can be admired by visitors. Do not miss the changing of the guard, taking place everyday in front of the Palais at 11:55am precisely.
www.palais.mc
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