While the Cordouan lighthouse was built for the primary purpose of keeping guard over the mouth of the Gironde estuary, it has far exceeded this utilitarian function. Its architecture proves irresistible to visitors to this unique…

In just a few days, Bordeaux has boosted its range of museums with the reopening of the Museum of Bordeaux and new rooms at the Museum of Aquitaine. The two initiatives give visitors a better understanding of Bordeaux, its history…

For many people, especially outside France, Bordeaux is synonymous with wine. But this city whose name is inscribed on thousands of bottles does not actually have any large vineyards within its boundaries. I have a few places wher…