Some stark, sharp shadows and piercing brillliant blue skies from the picturesque perched village of Eze this week....
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Showing posts with label Eze. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Eze. Show all posts
Friday, November 18, 2011
Thursday, October 27, 2011
Exploring Eze....
Exploring the medieval village of Eze is, indeed, a fascinating experience. Perched high on the mountain with stunning views, its fortifications and ramparts bear witness to its history of staving off invasions - most notably in 1543 when it suffered the Ottoman Offensive...
The village contains many remarkable residences from the Riquier Residence to the Chateau de la Chevre D'Or and the Chateau Eza. In addition there is the Church Notre-Dame de l'Assomption consecrated in 1772 with a wonderful Baroque interior, and nearby the oldest building in the village dating from 1306, is the Chapel of Sainte Croix which belonged to the lay order of the White Penitents of Eze in charge of administering aid to victims of the Plague...
Visitors enjoy exploring the winding streets and absorbing all the history of the village, as well as browsing the newer attractions of upmarket art galleries and boutiques, and taking a welcome break at the many cafes and restaurants. .......
If you get some good weather then visitng the Jardin Exotique and sampling these stunning views from its highest point, finishes off the visit in spectacular style. All in all it makes for a wonderful afternoon out. Catch bus 83 from outside the railway station at Eze-Sur-Mer, and if like me you want more of those views, then descend from the village down the Chemin Nietzsche back to the sea (45 minutes of steep descent)......Enjoy!!
Friday, October 21, 2011
Shadow Shot Sunday 124 - Jardin Exotique, Eze
The French Riviera is home to some of the most beautiful gardens along its coastline - often called "Jardin Exotique" they display a wealth of Mediterranean flora including a host of striking cacti in stunning locations....
This is the splendid view from the Jardin Exotique in the perched village of Eze....
It boasts an amazing range of plants and blooms interspersed with artistic sculptures...
And of course on a hot day with a bright blue sky, the shadows are strong and striking - and provide some welcome shade for a very tired tourist conked out on the bench....
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