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Colors of Chamonix - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc Chamonix is the world-famous ski resort that, among other things, is known for its rich cultural program. The resort hosts a huge number of sporting events and competitions, as well as interesting cultural events. Travelers who are going to visit the resort with children are recommended to have vacations at the end of February. At this time, Children's Carnival is held, which is accompanied by solemn processions, performances and fun competitions.
Advices to travellers: what you should know while being in Chamonix
1. Ski season in Chamonix runs from mid-December to late March, but under favorable weather conditions you can go skiing up to the middle of May. It’s worth noting that the climate is … Open
During Christmas holidays, families would have a great time, as rich and interesting entertainment programs are usually arranged there. Summer in Chamonix is associated with Cosmo Jazz music festival; it usually starts in the second half of July and lasts for five days. Jazz Festival is a young festival; it was first held in 2010.
Large outdoor stages with numerous viewing points are mounted on the eve of festival. Guests would have a unique opportunity to enjoy their favorite music while admiring the beautiful mountain scenery. The festival features incredible atmosphere of cordiality. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Guide to Chamonix sightseeing - things to see and to visit
Nowadays the commune of Chamonix is known as one of the major centers of tourism and winter sports in the Alps of France. Here have taken place the first Winter Olympics in the history of … Open
The idea of ​​organizing a music festival belongs to André Manoukian. In 2010, the event lasted only a couple of days. It has immediately caught the attention of many travelers, so next year it was decided to expand the festival program to five days. The festival involved musicians from all over the world. Cosmo Jazz is a real chance to see your favorite performers and enjoy atmosphere of the resort.
Chamonix It’s worth noting that all festival events are absolutely free. The only thing to take care is about having ski passes to be able to visit all interesting concerts. Professional photographers know Chamonix primarily as the birthplace of photocross. It is an unusual sport, which involves a high-speed orienteering and shooting spectacular images; the international championship in this unusual sport has been held in Chamonix every year, since 2005.
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Unique landmarks in Chamonix and around

Flower Clock in the English Garden

From the series “Enchanting Flower Clocks Built by Humans”
Check on the map:   Distance from Chamonix center - 63.8 km.
You can admire the flower clock in the English Garden in summer. Florists use more than 6 500 flowers to create a dial. Every month, new flowers are planted, so the clock looks special during each of the summer months. At the time of opening, the flower clock in Geneva was the largest in the world. Over the time, it lost its leading position, but the clock mechanism is still considered one of the superb. For local residents, this structure is a matter of national pride, as the author of the project was the world-renowned scientist Carl Linnaeus. … Read further

Yvoire

From the series “Nooks and Villages That Are More Colorful Than Top Touristic Destinations”
Check on the map:   Distance from Chamonix center - 65.5 km.
Yvoire is a part of the Association of the most beautiful villages in France, but this place is known only to a small amount of tourists. The village occupies an area of ​​3.12 square km; a little more than 800 people live there. The locals have a very friendly and hospitable spirit. They are proud of the history of their small homeland and are always ready to tell a traveler a lot of exciting stories. … Read further

Niouc Bridge

From the series “Thrilling Points for Bungee Jumping”
Check on the map:   Distance from Chamonix center - 65.7 km.
In the same year, the space for Bunjee jumping, as well as a lot of the other breathtaking attractions were equipped. Today, the bridge is in the middle of the great adventure park, where you can prove the bravery in different ways. Under the bridge the swings were suspended. Next to it are the training places for mountaineers and the trampolines for those guests who are not afraid of jumping next to the abyss. Niouc bridge is incredibly narrow, so the path to the Benjee jumping platform is also an unforgettable adventure. … Read further

Traditions and festivals in cities around Chamonix

Aosta
You will be pleased to find out that there are many interesting celebrations in Aosta. June 24 is the season opening day. When the sun goes down, local people make big fires on fields and high hills. Many of them believe that fire and smoke have special “healing” ... Open »
Albertville
Albertville is a popular winter resort in France. It lies in the northern part of the Savoy department, at the confluence of the rivers Izer and Shez. In 1992, Albertville was the major sports center and hosted the Winter Olympic Games, as well as the most convenient ... Open »
Valle d'Aosta
Shoppers will love the Summer Fair, which is held annually in Aosta in the first half of August. Before the feast winding streets of the historic center of Aosta literally transform beyond recognition. About four hundred stalls are set, each of which represents a ... Open »
Val d Isere
The city with the beautiful name of Val d'Isere attracts travelers with its proximity to the most important natural landmark of France - the Alps. Local people themselves can be compared to this mountain range - proud, persistent, always keep their word and ready to ... Open »
Courchevel
For this time, the center of the resort's cultural life is La Croisette Square where every day they organize musical concerts and entertainment programs. One of the most unusual entertainments at the resort is fire shows. Their participants ski down from the ... Open »
Meribel
Autumn is the time of wine and gastronomic festivals traditional for many regions of France. Before the opening of the skiing season, eminent chefs and sommeliers always visit the resort to offer tourists a variety of gastronomic entertainments. They can learn how to ... Open »
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