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Bordeaux City

Victor Hugo once described Bordeaux as a curious, original and unique town. Founded in the 3rd century B.C., it is famous for wine. The 1000 sq km wine-growing area around the city is France’s most important producer of top-quality wines, producing more than 850 million bottles in 1997. The region produces many varieties - reds, ros?s, sweet, dry and sparkling wines - all according to strict government guidelines.      The city itself boasts an air of 18th century elegance with its neoclassical architecture, wide avenues, and attractive public squares and parks. The centre of town lies between Place Gambetta and the Garonne River. Thefascinating Musee d’Aquitaine on Cours Pasteur chronicles the history and ethnography of the Bordeaux area from 25,000 years ago up until the 19th century.      The Centre d’Art Plastique Contemporain places just as much emphasis on showcasing the work of up and coming artists as it does on the works of established names such as Jackson Pollock. Stroll in the elegantly landscaped Jardin Public along Cours Verdun or in the oasis of calm and flowers that is Place Gambetta. The city’s principal shopping area is just east of here along the pedestrianised Rue Porte Dijeaux. Check out the Galerie Bordelaise, a 19th century shopping arcade located at the junction of Rue Porte Dijeaux and Rue Sainte Catherine.      For a great selection of cafes and restaurants head for the Place de la Victoire, the Place du Parlement or the Rue de Parlement Sainte Catherine. Sample some of Bordeaux’s lively nightlife by checking out the city’s late night dance venues on the Quai de Paludate. Recover the next day in a sunny open-air cafe along the Garonne.

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