France is considered one of the most romantic and beautiful countries in the world. Rich in history, majestic castles and palaces, beautiful estates and monuments, delicious cheeses and wines, marvelous nature — all this is ideal for celebrating one of the most important and memorable days in life — a wedding. French cities have preserved a lot of attractions for future generations. One of such cities is the «second» Paris, located in French Aquitaine, called Bordeaux.
Bordeaux is the «little Paris» in the Gironde department
Many people call the city «Sleeping Beauty» and «Port of the Moon», and such epithets were not invented for Bordeaux for nothing. The amazing atmosphere of the city deserves special attention. Cozy and unusually beautiful «little Paris» is located along the picturesque Garonne River. It is included in the list of the largest cities in France, which is why there are undoubtedly many suitable wedding venues to be found here.
Bordeaux is a city of English restraint, majestic architecture, beautiful natural sites and amazing French wines. Bordeaux wines are recognized as some of the best, which will come in handy for those who want to impress their wedding buffet guests. The sights of the city and the colorful scenery of its surroundings make Bordeaux a city perfect for a wedding day celebration.
The city will delight both the newlyweds and the guests of the celebration with its casualness and special hospitality. Cuisine is a real heritage and pride of the people of France, that is why it is worth paying special attention to the festive feast and buffet. World-famous Bordeaux wines will help to surprise the guests.
«Port of the Moon». Why choose Bordeaux?
The sights of Bordeaux will be interesting both for newlyweds and their guests. Bordeaux is a city of contradictions, here everyone can plunge into the world of antiquity and the past, as well as into the modern currents of history. In Bordeaux there are many monuments and buildings belonging to different eras. Bordeaux and its sights are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The «Port of the Moon» quarters are rich in architectural monuments of all styles. Here you can admire both medieval architecture and exquisite Gothic objects. A wedding celebration in Bordeaux will be the most unforgettable emotion in the life of two lovers.
Attractions in Bordeaux that are considered most suitable for celebrating a wedding:
- St. Michel Basilica;
- Saint-André Cathedral;
- the «Water Mirror» square.
Basilica Saint-Michel is the Gothic temple of the Arrow.
The most suitable place for the exit ceremony and wedding photo shoot is the Basilica of St. Michel. This temple is one of those places that all tourists should definitely visit. This place impresses with its amazing architecture and identity preserved from the 14th century. The undeniable beauty of this landmark attracts rapturous glances. Basilica Saint-Michel has an unusual shape of the bell tower, which rises to 114 meters and has 22 bells. «Sharp needles» have become an integral part of the facade of the building, which gives it an extraordinary look and beauty.
The Basilica of St. Michel is included in the list of the most beautiful temples in France. Its construction lasted more than 200 years. Here you can create impressive photos, and the exit ceremony in such a place will be an unforgettable event. High walls and elongated windows in the Gothic style, towers and bell tower, arches with stone lace will give a lot of strong feelings to lovers of architecture.
Saint-André Cathedral — the main church of Bordeaux
The extremely beautiful Saint-André Cathedral tops the list of the most famous places in the city. A wedding ceremony held here will be a real celebration. The Gothic structure was built in the 13th century. It is crowned with lancet bell towers and openwork stone carvings. Guests of the wedding event will be pleasantly surprised to see the Cathedral of Saint-André, where, after climbing the 233 steps of the bell tower, they can enjoy a marvelous view of Bordeaux.
It is not for nothing that this landmark is considered a work of art. It was this building that Louis the Seventh and Louis the Thirteenth chose for their nuptials. The Gothic gem, located on Pius Berlan Square, will undoubtedly surprise all guests with its ancient history and view. The history of this place holds a lot of secrets that attract the attention of tourists to it. The majestic building is an ideal place to hold a wedding ceremony here and share your happiness with the guests. A visit to the Cathedral of Saint-André is the best decision for those who honor tradition. The terrace at a height of 50 meters will give you a unique view of the city, which deserves special attention of the public and cameras.
Water Mirror Square — unforgettable emotions
To amaze your guests and give them an unforgettable sight will help to visit the square called «Water Mirror». This place has become indispensable for a wedding trip and exit ceremony. It is here that you can see the original futuristic picture — a huge building gets a clear reflection in the water surface. The place where the illusion occurs will surprise absolutely every single person at the wedding ceremony, as well as bring unforgettable emotions to the newlyweds themselves. This building is one of the most unusual and original places in France, which has become a favorite place for photo shoots.
The square occupies more than 5000 meters square and was opened in 2006. The Water Mirror Square has a concept similar to the famous Taj Mahal mausoleum. The water surface displaying the building creates a fantastic scenery. Majestic buildings and exquisite decoration of the territory perfectly complement each other. Here, newlyweds can hold a marriage ceremony or share the happiness of the wedding with the guests. But the best surprise for everyone will be the original photo session, which will help to capture the most precious moments of the wedding, which will be preserved forever.
