Postcards from Dijon catalogue

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Dijon, the capital of the Côte-d'Or department and the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region, is a city with a rich historical and cultural background. More

Dijon, the capital of the Côte-d'Or department and the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region, is a city with a rich historical and cultural heritage. During the 14th and 15th centuries, the city reached its peak as a centre of power and art under the influential Duchy of Burgundy. Dukes such as Philip the Bold, John the Fearless, Philip the Good and Charles the Bold made Dijon a centre of court culture, diplomacy and Renaissance art.

With approximately 159,950 inhabitants (2022), Dijon remains an important city in eastern France, both administratively and economically. In addition to its political and historical importance, Dijon is world-famous for Dijon mustard, a pungent, aromatic mustard that has become an icon of French gastronomy. The city is also known for its culinary heritage, with numerous traditional dishes, and its location in one of France's most prestigious wine regions — Burgundy.

In addition to gastronomy, Dijon also offers impressive architecture, including medieval half-timbered houses, Renaissance palaces and the famous Palais des Ducs et des États de Bourgogne.

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Etablissement des Chartreux: La Chapelle (1900)