The beautiful Philippines !!

When the gods created the first island of the Philippines in the middle of a crystal blue ocean, they were so captivated by their work they fashioned in their tracks more than 7000 other equally beautiful islands that make up today 'hui the Philippine archipelago.

Should we see a legend there? If you ever have the opportunity to see these marvels, you will be easily tempted to take credit for this genesis. Enjoy a voyage of discovery in a country whose cultural and natural wealth seems limitless. Landscapes as varied and enchanting as the imagination of a child, the underwater gardens with many colorful and historic sites await you with global reach.

Men inhabit this tropical archipelago and their incredibly vibrant culture today combine in a way quite unique all influences which have exposed the centuries. The Philippines and Filipinos have an Asian soul, a Western mind and the heart beats frenzied Latin rhythms. Warm smiles by way of welcome, they will show you the true meaning of hospitality. Welcome to this adventure and culture earth reign of breathtaking nature!

Destination

Manila
Manila is one of the cities in Asia which offers the most contrast. Its existence dates back long before the Spanish arrived in the 16th century; at that time it was called Maynilad, the name of a plant with white flowers that grows in mangroves. From 1571, the city became the capital of the Philippines. In 1975, the group of 17 cities transformed the large Manila Metro Manila, a populated metropolis of nearly 12 million. Manila is located in the Central Luzon region, surrounded by picturesque volcanic landscapes, lush rainforest, a huge lagoon and the ocean - a shimmering metropolis in a beautiful natural setting.

North Luzon
In the Cordillera Central of northern Luzon, heaven and earth are surprisingly close. Hills covered with pine forests and towering forests mists erect majestically against the blue sky. Equally spectacular, so typical of the rice terraces extend to the firmament. Built by the Ifugao tribes, a mighty rich in tradition and people living in the mountains, these stairs rightly called "celestial" is an indescribable beauty and charm. World Heritage by UNESCO in 1995, they are considered the eighth wonder of the world. The rice terraces of Banaue are the climax of all plantation landscapes. You will be amazed and captivated by the spectacle afforded by the scope and almost inconceivability of their existence. They transport you to a dream!

Boracay
From the air, Boracay looks like a green butterfly opening its wings on a background of blue sea reflections. Despite its small size (seven kilometers long and 4 km wide) island, located in the center of the Philippine archipelago northwest of Panay Island, is one of the finest in the Philippines and one of the most magical our planet: a tropical paradise as you can only see in books, a dream island that has all the ingredients to a holiday out of the ordinary.

Cebu
At the heart of the Visayas, Cebu, with its 200 km long and at most 40? Km wide, is one of the cultural and economic centers in the Philippines. Cebu City, the oldest city in the country, called "Little Singapore" because of its international leading position in many export sectors, teeming with life. This shimmering metropolis of the East Coast pleasantly combines the cosmopolitan charm of big cities to the Philippine cordial hospitality.

Bohol
Bohol is one of the idyllic provinces of Visayas region. Besides the main island, this beautiful archipelago comprises 61 islands smaller area. Tagbilaran City, the capital, is located on the southwest coast. The province has over one million inhabitants mostly speak Boholano, English and Tagalog. The Boholanos are a particularly peaceful and quiet people. Kindness and hospitality are two values ​​deeply rooted in their heart.

The evocation of Bohol inevitably think of the Chocolate Hills, the breathtaking scenery of rolling hills in the center of the island that made the province famous worldwide. However, Bohol has much more to offer.

Mindoro

The underwater scenery with colorful and shimmering, pristine rainforests, romantic coves and beaches of pearly sand Mindoro is a natural paradise, a holiday destination as there is little on Earth. Mindoro is a place of pilgrimage for scuba divers worldwide. The diversity of corals, fish, big marine mammals in the crystal clear ocean and there is extraordinary in itself guarantee the success of this unforgettable experience.
Palawan

Palawan is truly a green jewel, a natural paradise where even coexist large tracts of lowland rainforest and mountains. The jungle covers a chain of majestic mountains that stretches across the main island. The highest mountain is Mount Mantalingajan culminating at 2086 m altitude. The ancestral forest is inhabited by rare animals such as the pangolin, which are at home here.
Negros

The island of Negros is divided into two regions. The western part of the island "Negros Occidental" is marked by huge plantations of sugar cane. The hinterland and mountains cracked, waterfalls and springs hidden in lush vegetation are an invitation to discovery.

What a beautiful Lviv in Ukraine

Capital of Galicia-Volyn province extreme western Ukraine, Lviv down in history after the decline of the Rus Kiévenne. If the city knew resist the Mongols or Tatars, it undergoes dice fourteenth influence and domination of Poles before being incorporated in 1772 in the Austro-Hungarian Empire and then the Soviet Union at the end of the second World War. Since independence, Lviv is the stronghold of Ukrainian nationalists, which played a decisive role in the Orange Revolution of 2004.

Lviv Opera
view from the hill in the High Castle
The history of Lviv is very rich. Moreover, the city center has been listed as World Heritage by UNESCO. This heritage remains focused on few blocks bounded by the beautiful Svobody avenue that leads to luscious theater houses, the opera Ivan Franko.

Dominican church
Church of the Assumption
Boyim the chapel
By taking the side streets, you meet many churches, mostly Catholic: Church of the Transfiguration, the Armenian Cathedral, Dominican Church, the Church of the Assumption Chapel Boyim, without the Catholic Cathedral forget the Bernardine monastery or the Carmelite Monastery which are slightly eccentric.

Market Square
4 Market Square
6 Market Place
The heart of Lviv is an ancient market place, a square 100 meters on each side with the center of City Hall, and around buildings dating from the sixteenth century all as pretty as each other with their architecture and colors varied. The two most beautiful buildings in this square, located at numbers 4 and 6, home TODAY Lviv Historical Museum.

City Hall
St Georges Cathedral
Armenian Cathedral
It is possible to access the heights of the city using the High Castle Hill, where stood the old fortress. Once you reach the top, you can admire a magnificent panorama.

arsenal
Svobody Avenue
Lviv is a bustling city, offering tourists plenty of restaurants, accommodation at very reasonable prices. It is often used to step before undertaking a tour through the Carpathians.

Quick visit to Odessa!!

Odessa was built in the eighteenth century under the leadership of Catherine II, at a time when Ukraine was annexed by Russia. Sovereign wanted to create his empire south, on the shores of the Black Sea, an equivalent of St Petersburg. Also, the historical center is full of beautiful buildings.

Odessa station
Derybassivska street
Odessa is nowadays a very nice city: from its location, it enjoys sunshine and has long sandy beaches, to delight vacationers looking the sea and the sun.

Museum of Archaeology
statue of Richelieu
Fountain Square Soborma
Several arteries depart from the station to carry to the city center. It joins the Soborma place and especially Derybassivska street, one of the busiest streets is pedestrianized and is home to many shops, lounge bars and restaurants.

funicular Potemkin stairs
Potemkin stairs
the church Panteleymonivski
The most courted tourists Odessa site is surely the famous Potemkin Stairs. Made famous by the movie of Sergei Eisenstein (The Battleship Potemkin), the staircase has an interesting perspective trompe l'oeil, because it is difficult or ride, or take him down.
opera
Ferry Terminal
The Potemkin Stairs leading to the ferry terminal. Nearby, is the largest commercial port in Ukraine. Both the Prymorsky along the boulevard, during a nice walk.

Catherine Square
Catherine II
Lanjeronivska street
Going up the stairs, you come to a place with pretty colors, Catherine II place in the middle of which stands his statue. A few steps Lanjeronivska street stands the Opera House, a magnificent building of the nineteenth century. Facing him, the Museum of Archaeology, and further, the City Hall.
building up Soborma


With its grid pattern, it is very easy to move in Odessa is taking his time on foot or by tram for longer distances. If you plan to stay several days, you can also spend a few hours in the catacombs of the city (Mecca of the resistance during the Second World War) or even go to Belgorod and tour of the fortress.

City Hall
Preobrajenska street
Odessa finally has rather many upscale hotels. So, it is often more advantageous to rent an apartment. If you want to also visit this resort in a group and be accompanied by a French guide, our website offers several organized tours each summer.

Why not visit Kiev!!

Kiev is the capital of Ukraine. It is a dense city (it extends over 30 km radius for two and a half million inhabitants). Kiev is a particularly ancient city steeped in history, incessant invasions and Orthodox traditions. Religious heritage is undoubtedly the most interesting to discover the richest and aesthetically element churches and the Monastery of the Catacombs (Pechersk Lavra) are the priority tourist sites.

The Independence Square
Khreshchiatik
Kiev is also a nice city: full of parks that dot the Dnieper, the huge river that runs through the whole of Ukraine, it has many green spaces that encourage walking. In summer, many banks turn into beaches. An island has also been converted into a huge amusement park, the Hydropark. Overlooking the river, the "steel lady" high statue of sixty meters, easily attracts the eye of the visitor. It overlooks the Museum of the War of 1941-1945, which is located near the Monastery of the Catacombs.

the maid of steel
Khreshchiatik
The Independence Square
Inside the city, the street Khreshchiatik is the main artery: high-rise business in Kiev, lined with chic bars, restaurants and shops, this beautiful avenue cut the famous Independence Square, where even as protesters regrouped the Orange Revolution in December 2004.

Khreshchiatik
Independence Square
Until Toltsoï place, neighborhood remains permanently busy. In basements, it houses several following its path malls. This is the perfect place to hang out and do some shopping. In addition, it is fully reserved for pedestrians on weekends and holidays.

the Dnieper
Opera Kiev
Volodimirska the street is another major artery to go when we discover Kiev since it starts from the square of St. Sophia Cathedral to continue in the direction of the Golden Gate, a fortification originally built during the reign of Yaroslav the eleventh century . This is the heart of the historic city. By further pursuing your way you will pass the Kiev Opera and eventually reach the Shevchenko park, and a cross boulevard of the same name that leads to the station.
Andreyieskiv street
the founders of Kiev
Volodimirska street
In contrast, closer to the river port is Podil, former suburb became chic in the mid nineteenth century. Finally, among the sights of Kiev, do not hesitate to make a detour through the "House of Dreams", a mansion with strange architecture which is located on the heights of Khreshchiatik.

House of Dreams
Golden Gate
The city has a metro with three lines. The affluent them many of the most visited places. It is a means of transportation very cheap (only 0.20 euro token), but often crowded with people.
Podil neighborhood
the Mariinsky park
Kiev is nice between May and September. Christmas time is also recommended. March is the month to avoid because of the thaw and slush overflowing sidewalks. If you stay more than three days, you can take the opportunity to go to the south of the city and visit the open air museum Pirogovo to discover the different rural traditions of Ukraine.

Moreover, Ukraine tourism organizes tours all summer to allow you to visit the city in good condition accompanied by a French guide.

Ready to go to Crimea!!??

Crimea is a peninsula located at the south of Ukraine. With its cliffs, mountains and rocks, it is one of the most beautiful areas of the country that could be compared to some views of the Mediterranean. Black Sea that forms the border between Ukraine and Turkey is a closed sea. That is why it reminds many ways the Big Blue and mild temperatures.

Balaklava Bay
Mount Sokil near Sudak
Crimea has many resorts as Yevpatoria, Alushta or Novy Svit, which attracts more attention for its sandy beach and its beautiful surroundings. Scenic landscapes such as Gourzouf or Karagad are also popular. All these stations are connected by bus from Simferopol, the capital of the peninsula which has a large railway station and an airport.

Swallow's Nest in Yalta
Palace of the Khans
Vorontsov Palace in Alupka
Culturally, Crimea offers as interesting as Sudak has a Genoese fortress dating from the fourteenth century, or Bakhtchissaraï which houses the Palace of Khans who ruled the region for over 300 years sites; not to mention Yalta agreements known for its palaces and surroundings, or Sevastopol famous for his battle and his seat was held up near Balaklava.

Aloupka near Yalta
beach Feodosia
If the Crimean resort was the place of the Tsars of Russia to become the Soviet leaders, the peninsula gradually rediscovered its huge tourism potential and expanding its hotel infrastructure. Many individuals also rent comfortable.


Without a doubt, Crimea is a destination of choice for those wishing to explore a little known country western, while enjoying the sun, sea and mountains. Our site offers each been organized to allow you to visit this beautiful area circuits.

Let's go to Aveyron !!

The Aveyron is a first encounter with a sometimes tamed nature but often wild. Green valleys alternate with desert-like plateaus, cut by deep gorges and where the eye is lost.
Countries where the red sandstone and granite Aubrac gave way down south to huge limestone plateaus abandoned the sheep during the summer.
Country whose landscapes are preserved, where campaigns are maintained by a farmer perennial world where diverse promote the development of micro flora that delights the amateur botanist.
It is also an encounter with history. The unique topography of the region has led over time to a multifaceted habitat: dry-stone villages, with slate roofs or flagstone, castles and religious buildings that marked the route of the pilgrims of Saint Jacques de Compostella or testimony the history of the Templars ...

It is finally a meeting with real people, values ​​attached to their farmers, proud of their knowledge and their singularity at a time when the world is increasingly smoothed and standardized. Hospitable people who know how to appreciate a simple and abundant food.

large spaces

The main feature of our Department will undoubtedly contrasts offered a varied and rugged terrain.

In the north, the Aubrac mountains are the last hills of the Massif Central. The Lot valley "first smile of the South" marks the boundary between the mountain country and the vast limestone plateau just extend to the gates of the Mediterranean. The plateau is cut by lush valleys and deep gorges, these contrasting landscapes make Aveyron one of the most varied France Department.

12 villages ranked on the list of the most beautiful villages in France

These are the monks who first settled on the road to Saint Jacques de Compostela, who first built the Romanesque chapels, developed agriculture and animal husbandry around the first villages ....
There are in an exceptional number of Aveyron ranked on the list of the most beautiful villages of France villages. At the heart of the green countryside around a listed church or a medieval castle renowned these 12 villages (and many others not listed) are real pearls architecture and evidence of a long and rich history.
Estaing - Saint Côme d'Olt - Saint Eulalie d'Olt - Najac - Peyre - Bush castle - Couvertoirade - Belcastel - Conques - Sauveterre Rouergue.

Fauna and Flora

Found in Aveyron 2 large natural areas are the Aubrac plateau and the Regional Park of Causses. These pickups unique systems allow the development of a unique flora. We can observe about 2000 different species including 200 rare and protected flowers. To mention only a few, the Sundew carnivorous flower that grows in bogs Aubrac, pulsatile anemones ... the orchids and orchid-colored lining the limestone soils of the Causses in the spring.
Near the Regional Park of the Cevennes, the reinstatement of animals in extinction is a very present theme ... not to mention the vital importance of livestock in our Department and its performance in terms of preservation and development of domestic breeds.

Welcome to Brittany :))

Wherever your gaze falls, it confirms that the bay of Mont Saint-Michel is a marvel. Sands, salt marshes, the sea, the sky share the horizon. Light plays with the elements in a changing landscape that reflect the Mont Saint-Michel and the alignments of mussel.

The top sites

"The Couesnon, in his madness, put the Mont Saint-Michel in Normandy," but this does not preclude the bay to be in Britain. This unique to the northern gateway to the site is classified as a World Heritage Site by Unesco. Several wonderful phenomena are well known: a beautiful maritime landscape tide of France holds the record with 14 m amplitude, a patchwork of polders, mussel alignments, a legendary architectural jewel reflecting the immensity iodine.

At the heart of nature

In the middle of the bay of Mont Saint-Michel Vivier-sur-Mer is moored on the coast deploying voluptuously from Normandy to Cancale. The coastline, stretching over long ranges in the west gets wilder by putting the cap on the tip of Grouin. This succession of sand, spongy strikes, where grassy sheep, household pleasant walks and stunning panoramas graze.

Where mussels grow on "trees"

Emerging fields of sand, lines of 110 piles are planted on lengths of 100 meters. These miles of stakes, which evolve curious paddle boats are the breeding place of mussels. Bivalves attach and grow in clusters on the forest of masts. With this technique introduced in 1954 and a particularly favorable environment, Vivier became the first port in France mussel. For more information on the activities of the fishermen-farmers and the secrets of this magical place, the House of the Bay offers a permanent and outings on foot or aboard the mobile mytili-exposure. A great opportunity to change or to attend the horizon bore, amazing wave that creates the surface of the water during high tides.