Giverny

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"Giverny is a charming village located in the Eure department of Normandy, France, known primarily for its association with the renowned Impressionist painter Claude Monet. Here are some key aspects and features of Giverny: - Claude Monet's Gardens: The main attraction in Giverny is the stunning gardens that inspired Claude Monet's famous paintings, particularly his series of water lilies. Monet's House and Gardens are open to visitors and include the Clos Normand, a flower garden with pathways, arches, and a variety of flowers that bloom throughout the seasons, and the Water Garden (Jardin d'Eau), famous for its Japanese bridge over a pond filled with water lilies. - Claude Monet's House: Visitors can also tour Claude Monet's pink-hued house, where the artist lived from 1883 until his death in 1926. The interior remains as it was during Monet's time, offering insight into his life and artistic vision. - Museum of Impressionisms: Located in Giverny, this museum focuses on the Impressionist movement and its connection to the region. It features exhibitions of works by Monet and other Impressionist artists. - Scenic Beauty: Giverny and its surroundings offer picturesque views of the Normandy countryside, with tranquil landscapes, meandering rivers, and quaint architecture that evoke the charm of rural France. - Artistic Legacy: Giverny continues to attract artists and art enthusiasts from around the world who come to capture the beauty that inspired Claude Monet and explore the village's artistic heritage. - Giverny remains a peaceful and inspirational destination, offering visitors a glimpse into the world of Claude Monet and the natural beauty that inspired one of the most influential art movements in history"
"Explore Monets personal home & garden where he drew inspiration from. Book this tour linked below & don’t worry about public transportation "
Mary Drouin
"It’s like walking into a painting. Take some time to go through the house."

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Paris is the most visited city in the world, and for good reason (albeit, I'm biased). Having lived here since 2016, and being obsessed with train travel, I've done tons of day trips and short overnight trips. Let me help you get outside of the City of Lights and explore some of France's other wonderful pockets! This guide includes: 📍 11 day trip recommendations I’ve personally done 🚂 How to get there from Paris car-free ⏱️ Time from Paris 💸 Cost from Paris ✨ Pro Tips about recommendations 💎 Not-to-miss gems 💚 Pro Tips on how to save money on Paris train travel 📍 4 day trip recommendations that are on my list to try next The guide begins with an overview of each of the 15 places recommended and their distances from Paris. Then it goes one by one with detailed notes. The guide ends with a description of 3 metro/train pass options, with costs, and describes which options cover which destinations in the guide. You also get: ✍️My personal notes for each recommendation 📍An interactive map of all recommendations 🔓 Access to all future updates (I'm always adding to this as friends come through town) 🎞️Linked videos (where applicable) that bring recommendations and advice to life 💙If you loved these suggestions, I would really appreciate it if you shared this guide with a friend, left a great review, or contributed a tip.
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