Burgundy | History, Culture, Geography, & Map | Britannica
Burgundy, historical region and former région of France. As a région, it encompassed the central départements of Côte-d’Or, Saône-et-Loire, Nièvre, and Yonne. In 2016 the Burgundy région was joined with the région of Franche-Comté to form the new administrative entity of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté.
Burgundy - Wikipedia
In early Modern Europe, Burgundy was a focal point of courtly culture that set the fashion for European royal houses and their court. [3] The Duchy of Burgundy was a key in the transformation of the Middle Ages towards early modern Europe.
The 8 best places to visit in Burgundy - Lonely Planet
Nov 23, 2021 · To navigate Burgundy’s natural green labyrinth of emerald vineyards, shimmering mustard fields and dense dark forests, plug these ‘best places to visit’ into your device and hit go.
Colors of Burgundy - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle
Authentic colors of fascinating Burgundy - traditions, mentality and way of living. Guide to the local festivals, cultural events and festivities. Discover the unique traditions, interesting habits and behaviour of Burgundy residents, attitude to the world and to tourists in France.
The must-see sights of Burgundy | La Bourgogne - Bourgogne Tourisme
Burgundy, like anywhere else, has a whole array of museums devoted to themes and topics of varying diversity. A few of them, however, stand out from the crowd by showcasing unique distinguishing characteristics, culture, expertise or chapters of history specific to Burgundy.
Culture of Burgundy. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters ...
Magnificent ducal palaces and ancient abbeys, majestic castles, numerous museums and art galleries represent the versatile cultural heritage of Bourgogne. In the section below, you can get one of our excursion, activities or city discovery tours over Burgundy and surroundings.
Burgundy - Roman, Medieval, Renaissance | Britannica
The Burgundians were a Scandinavian people whose original homeland lay on the southern shores of the Baltic Sea, where the island of Bornholm (Burgundarholm in the Middle Ages) still bears their name.
Visit Burgundy, a Land of Adventure - FRANCE.FR
Burgundy has long been known as a place of artistic and historical interest, famous for its Romanesque heritage and exceptional wines, but it also holds many surprises. Wine routes take you through the wine-growing areas of Nuits-Saint-Georges and Chablis, by way of the Côtes de Beaune or Pouilly-Fuissé.
Burgundy travel - Lonely Planet | France, Europe
Burgundy (Bourgogne in French) offers some of France's most gorgeous countryside: rolling green hills dotted with mustard fields and medieval villages. The region's towns and its dashingly handsome capital, Dijon, are heirs to a glorious architectural heritage that goes back to the Renaissance, the Middle Ages and into the mists of Gallo-Roman ...
Discover the Burgundy region of France with photos and maps
Burgundy is one of the most fascinating regions in France, often labelled as the "Land of Fine Art and Living", it is full of surprises and contrasts. A vast and varied landscape with wide fertile river beds, dense forests, granite hills and limestone valleys.