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December 2022
Saint Eloi and the Garnet
Each year, to celebrate St. Eloi, the patron saint of goldsmiths and jewellers, Perpignan showcases its iconic stone, the garnet, and the jewellers and craftspeople who work with the garnet.
Find out more »January 2023
Premier bain de l’année (first dip of the year)
If you're very brave, you might just fancy a dip in the Med to bring in the New Year.
Find out more »February 2023
Be my Valentine – All’s fair in love and war
Roman Emperor Claudius II wasn't against a bit of love in the ranks, but actual marriage was forbidden in his army, as he believed that married men did not make good soldiers. Along came Saint Valentine, patron saint of lovers, but also of bee keepers, plague victims and epilepsy sufferers! (It's a hard job but somebody has to do it!)
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