bordeaux
states: [france]
category: cultural
year: 2007
location: Department of Gironde, Region of Aquitaine
region: Europe and North America
latitude/longitude: 44.8388888889, -0.5722222222
last visited: 2018
unesco id: 1256
world heritage site: 1256
Bordeaux, Port of the Moon, is a UNESCO World Heritage site in France, renowned for its exceptional urban ensemble reflecting over 2,000 years of history. Named for its crescent-shaped riverfront along the Garonne, it features elegant 18th-century architecture, grand boulevards, and iconic landmarks like the Place de la Bourse and its reflecting pool. The site’s historical significance as a thriving trade port and its well-preserved neoclassical design highlight its cultural and architectural value, earning it global recognition.
