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Art and History are Reasons to Visit Mougins Near the Côte d’Azur

November 18, 2024

When most people think of the South of France, their minds jump to the glamour of Cannes or the charm of Nice. But if you’re looking for a place where history, art, and stunning landscapes come together, the artful village of Mougins is the spot you don’t want to miss. Just a short drive from …

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The Christian Levett Collection in Mougins at FAMM Women’s Art Museum

September 11, 2024

Femmes Artistes Musée Mougins (FAMM) is a new chapter in the career of Christian Levett, who created the very impressive Musée d’Art Classique de Mougins, which opened in 2011. The classic art collection included a mix of Egyptian, Greek, and Roman works with modern pieces inspired by the classical world. Then, after 12 years, he …

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A Visit to Mougins and 5 Things To Do

June 16, 2022

While in Mougins to give a talk on my latest book, The Birdwatcher’s Wife, I was delighted to reacquaint myself with the enchanting area. My previous visit had been three years ago when I made a presentation on my first book, Passion for Provence: 22 Keys to La Belle Vie. Happily, I found the region …

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Visit Mougins for Art and Gastronomy

March 5, 2021

A few kilometres inland from Cannes, in the South of France, lies the picturesque medieval town of Mougins. With its charming narrow streets and creative vibe, Mougins is a drawcard for artists, designers and actors. The town is famous for its inviting museums, galleries and lively art scene. Mougins Means Art “Our splendid galleries of …

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Visit to Mougins Picasso Statue by Dutch Sculptor Gabriël Sterk

June 15, 2018

The Paul Cézanne statue at the Rotonde in Aix is the work of Dutch sculptor Gabriël Sterk who not only produced it but also organized its funding: when I interviewed him at the time, he explained that he had recently moved to the town and couldn’t understand why there was no permanent memorial to the …

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Enjoy Your Provençal Terrace at Any Hour of the Day with Made to Measure Sun Shades

May 19, 2017

Sun shades are a quintessential part of Provençal life. No holiday in the South of France would be complete without a top-class meal on the terrace of a bistro under elegant shade sails, or enjoying an aperitif during the last warm rays of the evening light beneath the sun shades of your holiday home. Terraces …

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An Unmissable New Museum in Mougins

January 31, 2017

Mougins is a picture-perfect centuries-old hilltop village. Constructed like a spiral with ancient passageways lined with stone houses, it is now a magnet for craftspeople, artists and high-class restaurateurs. But there’s an additional reason for visiting the village and that’s the Musée d’Art Classique de Mougins. This is one of the best museums in the …

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Heart-Shaped Plates in Olive Wood

Add some flair to your next dinner party with these heart-shaped plates made with French olive wood. Sold individually, these plates are easy to maintain; wash them in soap and water and dry them immediately. Not suitable for dishwashers. They are sold by My French Country Home Box.

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Beeswax Candles in a Traditional Pillar Shape

Handcrafted in Apis Cera's workshop in Provence, Ambroise is a 100% pure beeswax candle pillar produced in a custom mold. A cylindar-shaped candle gets it's name from Saint Ambrose (c. 340 – 397), the archbishop of Milan, who was the protector of beekeepers. Sold in a set of two (2) candles they burn for approximately 36 hours.

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Glass Storage Jars with Lavender Design

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Mougins

Art and History are Reasons to Visit Mougins Near the Côte d’Azur

The Christian Levett Collection in Mougins at FAMM Women’s Art Museum

A Visit to Mougins and 5 Things To Do

Visit Mougins for Art and Gastronomy

Visit to Mougins Picasso Statue by Dutch Sculptor Gabriël Sterk

Enjoy Your Provençal Terrace at Any Hour of the Day with Made to Measure Sun Shades

An Unmissable New Museum in Mougins

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