Poitiers, Vienne. Combining townhouses with modern buildings and a rich Romanesque architectural heritage, the charming city of Poitiers is a delightful holiday destination. Capital of the Poitou region in western France, here you can enjoy pleasant holiday rentals in the heart of this wonderful historic city, close to the churches and cathedrals that still stand. Located in quiet areas, Poitiers holiday rentals enjoy exceptional amenities to give you the best stay of all.
You can have fun in the swimming pool equipped with sun loungers, enjoy breakfast in the beautifully manicured garden, relax in the hot tub or on the terraces while soaking up the sun. On the other hand, inside the properties, you will have at your disposal a modern style with impeccable bedrooms, charming kitchens, elegant bathrooms, and living rooms with TV for you to enjoy the best movies at night.
In the historic centre you will find a masterpiece of religious art, the church of Notre-Dame-la-Grande, one of the city's most precious treasures. Sculpted in the first half of the 12th century, Notre-Dame-la-Grande is considered the most important building and one of the finest examples of Romanesque architecture in western France.
In its frieze, you can see episodes from the biblical stories as well as the authentically Romanesque choir vault. In addition, during the evenings you will be able to witness a light show that makes this immaculately white architecture recover the vivid colours of the sculptures with polychrome lights.
The museum is housed in a s building and offers a tour through galleries that will take you through prehistory, medieval history, and fine arts with a collection of paintings and sculptures dating from the 19th and 20th centuries. Among the museum's treasures, you can see archaeological collections that house more than a billion pieces such as furniture from various sites, the marble statue of Athena, glassware from the necropolis of the Dunes, and Roman coins. On the other hand, the works of art show furniture, ceramics, graphic arts, and much more.
