Bordeaux-The sleeping beauty

Bordeaux is located n the Atlantic Coast in the southwest of France. The region is known for its premium wines that are complex, elegant and classy. Decked with over 350 historical buildings, museums, historical monuments and art galleries make it a UNESCO World Heritage site that one should love to visit and explore. 

With diverse neighbourhoods, incredible architecture, cultural sites with fascinating history, gorgeous green spaces, delicious food, the easy-going pace of the city with good quality of life  attracting more and more visitors to enjoy and appreciate its ambiance. If you want to experience the taste of life outside Paris then Bordeaux is your next destination which has something for everyone. So, book cheap flights to Bordeaux and enjoy a fantastic holiday trip.

Here are a few major attractions that compel you to visit Bordeaux

Place de la Bourse:- Built in the 18^thcentury this neoclassical architectural gem is a beautiful horseshoe-shaped square over looking the banks of river Garonne. It is among the most frequented sight seeing options in Bordeaux. In the center of the square is the Fountain of Three Graces surrounded by two beautiful pavilion-like buildings the Hotel dela Bourse and Hotel des Fermes du Roi that houses the must-see National Customs Museum and is truly magnificent and one-of-its-kind in France.

LaCité du Vin:- The city is quite famous for its wine. It is one of the biggest industries over here that you can easily explore on wine-walking tours of the city. If you are on the Bordeaux wine tour then don’t miss La Cite du Vin. This ultra-modern cultural center is dedicated to the lineage and tradition of wine. It teaches you about the history of wine, where and how it is made around the world. The architecture of this 3,000 square meter with55-meter tower is dazzling and among the best point of interest for wine connoisseur.

Cathédrale Saint-André:- Situated in the heart of the city, the Cathedral of Saint Andrew is a place of historical importance that dates back to the 12^th century. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the cathedral was part of the medieval Way of Saint James pilgrimage trail. During summers in July and August Organ Festival is held here that is among the most enjoyable things to do and people from all corners of the world fly to Bordeaux to come and enjoy the performances of some of the biggest and most talented organisms in the Europe

Miroir D’eau:-The Miroir D’eau or the Water Mirror is among the major attractions situated between the Quai de la Douane and the Quai Louis XVIII. It is a decorative pool that reflects the Place de la Bourse building facades UNESCO World Heritage site and is no less than a masterpiece of creativity and elegance. The reflection changes with the time of the day and the weather is a true beauty to behold.

Esplanade des Quinconces:- It is a beautiful public space in central Bordeaux and is a tranquil retreat for the senses. Flanked by the Quai Louis XVIII alongside the river, it offers a peaceful waterfront view and makes it the choicest venue for a wide variety of events throughout the year. Here you can see the much-photographed monumental fountain that honors the Girondins, the group of republican politicians from the department of the Gironde who were deputies in the Legislative Assembly during the French Revolution.