In what country did Bastille Day originate? France. What was the Bastille? It was an ancient royal prison in Paris. The storming of the Bastille was seen as a symbol of what? It was seen as a symbol of freedom and the uprising of a modern French nation which lots of positive changes. What year …
There are many different ways to celebrate Bastille Day. Many people choose to meet with family and friends for dinner and celebrate by enjoying lots of different French dishes together. Yum! In New Orleans, usually, the food eaten on Bastille Day is a mixture of French dishes and traditional New Orlean dishes. Yep, you get …
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Let’s take a look at some interesting facts about Bastille Day that you might not know… 1. You won’t hear anybody in France referring to this day as ‘Bastille Day’ ‘Bastille Day’ is purely the name for it in English Speaking countries. Whilst of course the French are aware of this name, you will not …
How long has Bastille Day been celebrated? Bastille Day became an official holiday all the way back in 1880 in France. But the celebrations can be traced back to 1770! This day is referred to as ‘La Fete Nationale’ and is celebrated all over France. In fact, it’s difficult to find a town or city …
