Dijon is the capital of the Burgundy province, France’s prestigious wine region situated in the country’s east. The city displays an array of French history and culture ranging from its surprisingly large number of cathedrals and churches to its fascinating museums and palaces.  

See:

• Ducal Palace – this beautiful museum has priceless treasures and art that belong to the Dukes of Burgundy. It is the home of the Musée des Beaux-Arts and all its medieval art and paintings.
• Visit one of the many cathedrals and churches, including Notre-Dame, St. Bénigne, and St. Michel.
• La Porte Guillaume – located on Darcy Square in central Dijon, it has a similar look to the Arc de Triomphe in Paris.
• The Well of Moses – this monument was once a burial site dating back to the 14th century but now transformed into a visitable hospital.

Experience:

• Burgundy Wine – Sample a taste of some of the finest French wine and experience one of the most stunning wine regions in the world.
• Mustard - Apart from the wine, Dijon is also famous for its exotic and unusually flavoured mustard (Dijon Mustard).

Secrets of the City:

• Traffic is restricted in central parts of the city so Dijon can be a very relaxing and quiet destination.
• Dijon is also known for cassis – a sweet black current liqueur used in traditional cocktails.