There is a tiny roundabout in front of the Tonneins tennis club, with an old-fashioned lamp post in the middle of delicate flowers and grasses.
Bertie watches me from the corner ...
4 weeks ago
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Miniature works of municipal art
Roundabouts are a relatively new phenomenon in parts of France. This novelty, coupled with a strong sense of civic pride, means that many French roundabouts are an art form. Creativity and horticultural design often go hand in hand with local themes.
Here are some of my favourites, at present mainly in the Lot & Garonne, but over time to be extended to all France.
Unfortunately some of the artwork is ephemeral and may not still be there to see.
Here are some of my favourites, at present mainly in the Lot & Garonne, but over time to be extended to all France.
Unfortunately some of the artwork is ephemeral and may not still be there to see.
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