On the equinox, the light would illuminate a stone carving of Christ. Which is both wonderful and a little sad. The 1307-completed left wing of the Cathedral Notre-Dame on one side. Japan's baby hatch hospital offers mothers 'last resort', Go wild with Polpat and Lotus Arts de Vivre, Hurts Like Hell wins Top 10 spot amid acclaim. Thank you for subscribing our enewsletter. Covid has made me realise just how much I love informing travelers on major news issues affecting them. In fact, over a millennium from its Roman foundations to Gothic re-looking. This immersive experience is accompanied by brand new late-night performances. This year, summer in Strasbourg is one big celebration and everyone is invited!

Currently I cover French and EU affairs from my Paris base in between travel adventures of course. At a time when nature preserving it, appreciating it, observing it is critical. Flashez sur lt du 1er juillet au 28 aot, pour tenter de gagner plusieurs lots !!

Due to Covid, the city wants the atmosphere to encourage strolling, rather than crowds. Given the reasons for that. the dreamlike paintings that follow one another, slowly mingle with the strolling of the public through the meadow.. That year it was first observed by Maurice Rosart, an engineer and surveyor, who denounced its demise as a "scandal.". French Letters: Confessions Of A Bakery Trollop, Brioche Of My Sweetest Dreams Heres An Easy Recipe, Tamara Thiessen: Breaking Travel News, Culture & Great Trips. Head to the Place du Chteau and take a seat at this small outdoor cinematic display. But for this show each night at 10pm thereabouts, the Strasbourg cathedral is cast in various ( fancy) dress . The right (1580-built) wing is Renaissance. But the website of Strasbourg's gothic cathedral warned visitors that, as of March 16, the pane's replacement meant there would no longer be any "green ray" illuminating a stone carving of a crucified Christ. Those buildings span three architectural styles. The facades are beautified thanks either to still images, or video projections, which take the form of a contemplative fresco, says a press release from the city administration. Then look no further than the Summer Docks! Decidedly Gothic. Indeed, I really enjoyed the atmosphere and creativity. STRASBOURG : The stained glass at a cathedral in eastern France will no longer produce a distinctive green ray seen just twice a year, on the spring and autumn equinoxes, after the precise pane was replaced during a recent renovation. The stained-glass window in question was installed in 1876, and the sun would pass through the left foot of Judah, a son of Jacob, to produce the famous ray. "This is a hard blow for the people of Strasbourg, for culture, for secularism and the Enlightenment," he said in a statement to AFP.

The light had fuelled speculation of a divine blessing on the cathedral completed in 1439, with hundreds of people coming to witness the twice-yearly event, though church officials insisted it was a pure coincidence of celestial geometry. During the day, other immersive installations are on offer, such as a mirror mystery box reflecting the Place du Chteau. "This is a hard blow for the people of Strasbourg, for culture, for secularism and the Enlightenment," he said in a statement to AFP. Ville et Euromtropole de Strasbourg 2020, Tourist Office - Strasbourg and surroundings. The content you requested does not exist or is not available anymore. Strasbourg Cathedral Dresses Up To The Nines. Admirers learned of its loss when they hoped to see the phenomenon at exactly 4:33 pm on Sunday, when the Earth's axis was directly perpendicular to the sun -- marking the first day of spring. Our pop-up has everything you need to relax and hang out by the waterside. The show goes on through to the end of August. France 24 - International breaking news, top stories and headlines. The light had fuelled speculation of a divine blessing on the cathedral completed in 1439, with hundreds of people coming to witness the twice-yearly event, though church officials insisted it was a pure coincidence of celestial geometry. But according to the cathedral's internet site, the phenomenon probably began after a previous renovation in 1972, when the pane showing Judah's foot was replaced with a more transparent glass. That's what I seek to do on tamarathiessen.com. The cathedral has known many faces over the centuries.

But according to the cathedral's internet site, the phenomenon probably began after a previous renovation in 1972, when the pane showing Judah's foot was replaced with a more transparent glass. But the website of Strasbourg's gothic cathedral warned visitors that, as of March 16, the pane's replacement meant there would no longer be any "green ray" illuminating a stone carving of a crucified Christ. Come and see what Strasbourg has to offer this summer and join in the fun. Longing for a fun and refreshing spot to escape in the heart of the city? Plus writing about the most inspiring trips, and providing plenty of insider tips. 2022 Bangkok Post Public Company Limited, Strasbourg cathedral loses famed 'green ray,' to fans' chagrin. The whole thing is very nature-inspired. From flying bats and colourful butterflies to velvety jungle and rainforest greens. A packed programme to make this summer one to remember and shine a spotlight on the very best of Strasbourgs creative talent. Strasbourg (France) (AFP) The stained glass at a cathedral in eastern France will no longer produce a distinctive green ray seen just twice a year, on the spring and autumn equinoxes, after the precise pane was replaced during a recent renovation. Partake in an exciting mix of cultural, music, art and sports events at the crossroads of Europe. Its the old home of the Prince-Bishop of Strasbourg. On the upside, low crowds mean no vaccination pass is required but masks are. The mirror shows amazing, distorted images of the architecture gracing the square. Admirers learned of its loss when they hoped to see the phenomenon at exactly 4:33 pm on Sunday, when the Earth's axis was directly perpendicular to the sun -- marking the first day of spring. You might feel at times that you are rolling around in one, in voluptuous velvety Baroque-coloured grass. Stay tuned for more trips and French news. The suns rays play with this meadow and interact with the water source (the fountain). You will get the updates within 24 hours.

On the other side of the square is the Palais Rohan, an 18th century gem. The main event this summer, RfleXion(s) and its sound and light trail will take visitors on a tour of the history and identity of our city at the crossroads of Europe. France 24 is not responsible for the content of external websites. No major mise-en-scne. That year it was first observed by Maurice Rosart, an engineer and surveyor, who denounced its demise as a "scandal.". Venez danser et clbrer le 14 juillet lors du bal populaire et de lblouissant spectacle pyrotechnique. https://tamarathiessen.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Strasbourg-dressed-up-to-the-nines.mp4. One French paper put it poetically (and typically French lavishly creative): The public wanders around it like an insect in the middle of the vegetation. The theme of the show is la Prairie the meadow. Audience ratings certified by ACPM/OJD.

Yeah, another victim but hey, I dont find this such a bad alternative. The production goes on in 13-minute spools. The latter there aint. So if you like it or missed something, you can stay for the replays. Due to Covid-19, the usual sound and light spectacle has been cancelled. Journalist, foreign correspondent and travel writer, my career in TV, radio, print and digital journalism spans hemispheres and continents. 2022 Copyright France 24 - All rights reserved. Unlike most years, when there is a wow-bang light and sound show, this spectacle has no narration. The stained-glass window in question was installed in 1876, and the sun would pass through the left foot of Judah, a son of Jacob, to produce the famous ray. Born with a travel itch at the end of the world (Tasmania), my global-roaming life opens the door to amazing stories, people and places. The Strasbourg Cathedral is dressed up to the nines every night on these summer nights with some fun-tastic facades.