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15 de oct. de 2023 · Absolutely Don’t Miss…. One of Andrew’s favourite books - ‘ Perfume: The Story of a Murderer ’ by Patrick Suskind - is actually partly set in Grasse. It’s a very dark tale, which weaves in the atmosphere of 18th century France and where, unsurprisingly, scent and perfume, play a key role in murder.
Grasse is situated 16 km north of Cannes in southern Provence. The town was originally best known as a centre for leather tanners, but this gave way to perfume production, for which the town is still famous today. There is an International Museum of Perfume here and four important perfume producers are still based in the town and can be visited.
Place de la Buanderie. 06130 GRASSE. +33 (0)4 93 36 66 66. info@paysdegrassetourisme.fr. Altitude: 300 m (984 ft.) Population: 50,937. Grasse, the perfume capital of the world, an 11th-century city, a veritable balcony overlooking the Mediterranean, a land where essential becomes art. Visit the 13th-century cathedral and episcopal palace, 17th ...
25 de sept. de 2021 · Grasse has been a perfume making hub since the 1700s. Grasse is a typical Provençal town, with ochre-colored houses and giant shutters to close against the noonday sun. Laundry hangs from ...
Discover Grasse. Exploring the perfumeries in Grasse. Grasse had some flair when, five centuries ago, it began creating perfumes. A world of fragrances that is still the source of its wealth and delights its visitors. Come and discover the very essence of the Pays de Grasse, its DNA, and its history. It was listed in 2018 as a UNESCO Intangible ...
Grasse. Up in the hills to the north of Nice, the town of Grasse has been synonymous with perfumery since the 16th century, and the town is still home to around 30 makers – a few of which offer guided tours of their factories, and the chance to hone your olfactory skills. The perfumes of Provence are something that linger long after you leave ...
13 de jun. de 2021 · 1. Explore the Old Town of Grasse. Grasse’s Old Town is a touch rural in sections, but undeniably seductive, when compared to several French cities in the south. One of the best things to do in Grasse is to take a stroll around its historic streets. The Old Town’s main attraction is Rue Jean Ossola, from which many stairways and passageways ...
