Did you know how the word ‘mascot originated?
Did you know that the English word ‘cherry’ is believed to come from the old French word ‘cherise’
Until the French Revolution, Madame, (my Lady, equivalent to Monsieur, my Lord) was mainly used to address the bourgeoisie, whilst Mademoiselle, (my Damsel) was the form of address used for both younger and older ‘common’ ladies.
Why does the legendary Tarlà hangs from a pole on the Ramblas throughout springtime in Girona?
Get your boules out – it’s time for pétanque!
P-O reader, Peter Spencer, has unearthed the story behind the monument in Céret, commemorating artists that have been drawn to the area and have links to Céret and the P-O. Part 1.
How much do you know about the origins of April Fool’s Day in France?
Any time is a good time to pack a picnic and head for the majestic Monastery of Sant Pere de Rodes that overlooks Port de la Selva in Spain.
Fancy dress, street parades, fireworks, singing, dancing, and the symbolic burning of evil spirits. That’s Carnival in the P-O
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