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world1 day ago•1 min saved

Brittany Feels the Heat of Parisian Tourism Backlash

In Brittany’s Finistère region, locals express growing resentment toward Parisian tourists and rising Parisian second homes, with signs like “Parisians Out!” and vandalism targeting cars and walls. Ironically, some vandalized cars belong to locals who moved to Paris. The surge in visitors in July–August strains infrastructure amid heatwaves and wildfires, pushing some areas to scale up their tourism while others worry about quality of life. The backlash has spread beyond Brittany to places like Île de Ré and Corsica, underscoring the tension between tourism and local rights and the need for a balanced approach.

via The Guardian|

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archaeology3 years ago•3 min saved

Possible Mars Temple Unearthed in France

Archaeologists in Brittany, France, have discovered a Roman temple or sanctuary that may have been dedicated to the war god Mars. The site, which dates back to the first century BC, was part of a complex that included a small town, public baths, and a cemetery. The discovery of a bronze figurine of Mars and iron weapons suggests that the temple was frequented by Roman soldiers. However, a large number of terracotta figurines, perhaps representing Venus and mother goddesses, were also found nearby. The sanctuary was used until the fifth century AD and was abandoned for unknown reasons.

via Livescience.com|

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