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[squidge, 16/12/2007] Written by a group of San Franciscans travelling in the south of France, this link records their visit to the town of Collioure, on the Mediterranean coast. We learn how Matisse, who particularly appreciated the light, the sun and the sea, made this small fishing village famous, by inviting other artists, such as Derain, Dufy, Dali and Picasso to join him there.
The San Franciscans visited the castle (chateau Royale), where they attended a classical concert, and the f [more] [squidge, 16/12/2007] Written by a group of San Franciscans travelling in the south of France, this link records their visit to the town of Collioure, on the Mediterranean coast. We learn how Matisse, who particularly appreciated the light, the sun and the sea, made this small fishing village famous, by inviting other artists, such as Derain, Dufy, Dali and Picasso to join him there.
The San Franciscans visited the castle (chateau Royale), where they attended a classical concert, and the following day, the "old windmill" behind their hotel, the Fort St Elme, on the hill top, and the local shops and streets.
A photo album shows images of Collioure. [less]
