Dijon - France

Dijon is located in southeast of Paris. It became the capital of the dukes of Burgundy around 1000 AD. The population of Dijon is about 150,000 while walking on the streets of Dijon you can discover some of France's finest cuisine and drink Burgundy wines. A mixture of white wine and cassis was invented by one of Dijon's mayors which is known as the” kir” and is quite popular among the people of Dijon. It has variety of Food in menus such as snails in garlic butter, coq au vin, boeuf bourgignon and parslied ham.

Places to explore in Dijon are Saint Benignus Dijon's cathedral of Saint-Benigne de Dijon and it is the crypt which is said to be one of the oldest Christian cathedrals existing in France. Dijon’s buildings are the ancient one which was built in 1365. “Palais des Ducs de Bourgogne” is an interesting structure to see in Dijon which was a home to the Dukes of Burgundy. There is a Museum of Art and Musee de la Moutarde 48 quai Nicolas Rolin is a Museum of Mustard. Musee Archeologique 5 rue du docteur Maret is an archaeological museum which has some interesting things to display such as Celtic jewelry.

To get the best view of Dijon you can climb the "Tour de Philippe le Bon”. Jardin de L'Arquebuse Ave Albert 1er, is Dijon's botanical gardens which is a must see place. The wonderful Place de la Liberation is across from the palace and where you can sit in a restaurant, wine bar or cafe and view the palace or the interesting fountains. Dijon's Covered Market is also quit popular.

Dijon offers many cultural activities, and organizes annual festivals such as L’Ete Musical, a classical music festival in June which entertain tourist. To move around in Dijon, High speed TGV trains from Paris stops here and you can also hire a Car to explore the city. There are many hotels within a five minute walk of the station.