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Unveiling Saint-Just: A Journey into Lyon’s Ancient Heart

Lyon, the third largest city in France, holds within its cobblestone streets and ancient structures a rich tapestry of history and culture. As you wander through its picturesque alleys and historic neighborhoods, you can’t help but feel transported back in time. Join me as we embark on a journey through the real old and historic Lyon, where every corner reveals a story waiting to be … Continue reading Unveiling Saint-Just: A Journey into Lyon’s Ancient Heart

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Pages and Passports: Exploring Europe’s Literary Landmarks for the Ultimate Travel Adventure | Art of Saudade

Embarking on a literary journey is like traveling through time and space, where the pages of books unfold into landscapes brimming with history, culture, and imagination. For book lovers, exploring iconic destinations that have inspired renowned authors and poets adds an extra layer of enchantment to their travels. In this blog post, we’ll delve into a selection of Europe’s literary landmarks, each offering a unique … Continue reading Pages and Passports: Exploring Europe’s Literary Landmarks for the Ultimate Travel Adventure | Art of Saudade

Rainy Days in The City of Light: A Photo Journey | Paris Photography | Art of Saudade

When I planned my trip to Paris in April, I expected to find the city of love in full bloom with sunny skies. However, when I arrived, I was greeted with a different reality: rain and fog. As I traveled from Montpellier, the south of France, I was not prepared for the drastic difference in weather between the two regions. I realized that France is … Continue reading Rainy Days in The City of Light: A Photo Journey | Paris Photography | Art of Saudade

Poetry as an Act of Freedom | Jim Morrison in Paris | Art of Saudade

The king is dead, long live the king!  Ben Franklin said that some people die at age 25 and aren’t buried until they are 75. Jim, on the contrary, was buried at age 27 yet his legend lives on. You may know Jim Morrison as the lead vocalist of The Doors, a historical figure, or a rock’n’roll icon. I know him as a poet. “Riders … Continue reading Poetry as an Act of Freedom | Jim Morrison in Paris | Art of Saudade

Meet The Woman Who Inspired The Little Prince’s Beloved Rose | Art of Saudade

Who Was Consuelo de Saint-Exupéry? Consuelo Consuelo chérie,Dépêchez-vous de revenir…(Consuelo Consuelo darling, hurry back home…) – Excerpt from Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s letter to his wife Consuelo The Rose in The Little Prince is self-obsessed, vain, and naïve… yet she is the only rose worthy of the Little Prince’s love. So was Consuelo to Antoine. She had the bad habit of not replying to his letters. … Continue reading Meet The Woman Who Inspired The Little Prince’s Beloved Rose | Art of Saudade

Reinventing The World Through Visual Poetry With Guillaume Apollinaire | Art of Saudade

Looking for a safe place in a world ravaged by wars, the Polish teenager Wilhelm Albert Włodzimierz Apolinary de Wąż-Kostrowicki (you get a cookie if you pronounce it right) was roaming around Europe until he finally settled in Paris in the early 20th century. Little did he know that more misery was yet to come. The charming French capital was the cradle of art back … Continue reading Reinventing The World Through Visual Poetry With Guillaume Apollinaire | Art of Saudade