We had been told to allow plenty of time to see everything so we had our lunch before going in. We found that not many museums have cafes in France but there are usually plenty of places to eat nearby!
The hospital continued to be in use until the mid sixties and all around were interesting things to see. The idea behind the hospital was that even the poor could appreciate nice things and the treatment was free. I have a link here if you are interested
All along the eaves were carved faces of animals.
The church was at the end of the ward so that it could be easily accessed by all too!
Part of the hospital was slightly more luxurious for paying patients.
There was also an area in the museum on wine growing and the hospital had it's own vineyards which funded the hospital and now funds the new hospital in the town!
We also spent some time here during our stay in Beaune,it was called 'Dix Carnot' as it was number 10 in Place Carnot, their coffee was so smooth and the staff were so pleasant. We found out on our second visit that the lady behind the counter was English so I had a lazy time not practising my French!
I am joining Bleubeard and Elizabeth for the 6th Anniversary T Stands for Tuesday post!
...and coffee for me and I think Coke Zero for hubby...
One day I tripped on our way to have a snack lunch - I fell on my poorly knee and although I managed to eat the first part of the days special offer - a Tartine(open sandwich) with salad, I didn't have the appetite to eat the dessert so these were put into a box for us and we ate it with a coffee from the hotel later in the day....
Fortunately this was the last time we saw rain on our trip(OK, a few drops in Poitiers, but not enough to merit an umbrella being put up) and by the time we went out for our evening meal the pavements were already dry.
We really loved Beaune but the next day it was time to move on to Lyon...
I also conveniently had a background page all ready in my journal, to which I added some washi tape.
I added a sentiment from a book of velum sentiments I bought from 'Action' a bargain shop in Poitiers.I painted on the pack and added some outlining to the words. I also drew a squiggly frame for the tag.
Recycling is a handy way not to lose favourite tags and I hope 'We're all good at recycling'
Thanks for looking, Chris
20 comments:
Hi Chris I just love your blogs full of photos of your trips-this one was very interesting-love your journal page too-hope you didn't hurt yourself too much-hugs Happy T wishes Kathy
what a fascinating place! sorry you fell and hurt your knee, but those desserts look fabulous! wonderful journal page, Chris.
I'm impressed with how they preserved and maintained that hospital. The colors really stand out, and I love how they used the dressed figures. Thank you for posting photos that give such a good sense of the space :)
If I'm reading my instructions correctly, I get to send an ATC to you :) If you have a style preference I'm up for that.
Happy T Tuesday!
Such an amazing place to visit! Your journal page is beautiful too 😁. Wishing you a very happy T Day! Hugs, Jo x
Wow!!!! How I love that hospital- the history, the story, and the architecture... thank you for sharing Chris. Yes, there are plenty of places to eat all around France aren't there, and the desserts are always divine! beautiful journal page! I hope you didn't do any further damage to your poor knee:( Happy T day!
Yes, I got a scare from the title of your T post. I wqas saddened to read about your fall. However, I'm delighted to read about the old hospital. Isn't it amazing. Even in a place that treats everyone, the wealthy still get better treatment, or at least better surroundings. I enjoyed their use of mannequins.
Your journal page was filled with motion. I could fee the texture and wanted to run my hand around it. You provided a good idea indeed. I like how you recycled your tag. Nice way to use your theme at Art Journal Journey, too.
You certainly gave us loads of drinks this week, Chris. Your coffee and T's diet Coke, along with your coffee another day, make your T Tuesday special this week. Those desserts looked too beautiful to eat, actually. I love how they looked in the box. Thanks for joining us for a special anniversary T this Tuesday, dear Chris.
That is a really fascinating hospital. I think you must be happy to have toured it because it is really unique. And that dessert looks so yummy. I also love your latest journal page. This journal page is a good idea as it is beautiful and of course making a journal page is always a good idea. I hope it was a happy T day. Hugs-Erika
I can see why you were told to spend some time at the hopital museum. So much to look at. The roofs in the cobblestone courtyard are awesome. The tapestries are gorgeous and the beams on the ceiling. Just jaw dropping. As are those pastries. Lovely journal page. I like the muted colors. Hope your sore knee is feeling better. Happy T Day
What a fantastic museum in that wonderful building, so beautiful. Your food looks good, too. Sorry you fell on your knee, hope it's now better. Beautiful journal page, too. Perhaps you need to take a few days just to rest? Happy T Day, hugs, Valerie
always interesting to come to your blog - you make the greatest trips and i enjoy the artwork seeing larger than on IG ♥♥♥
Wonderful photos Chris, that is a fantastic building.
I hope your knee is okay now, it must have been painful.
Happy T day wishes.
Yvonne xx
Wow, fantastic architecture, both inside and outside. I love that patterned roof. The colorful inside is nice too. Fantastic gargoyle type animals. What an amazing place to get to see in person. I'm sorry to hear you fell on your bad knee. The dessert looks delicious. Your art journal page is gorgeous. Happy T-Day!
That certainly is an amazing place. And so colourful. The roof is beautiful too. I'm going to read more about it through your link.
And giving free healthcare was unusual in those days.
I'm sorry you had a fall on your bad knee. I hope no damage was done. It must have been quite a shock as it took away your appetite for the desserts. And they look so scrumptious.
Thanks for sharing that beautiful hospital,
Happy (belated) T-Day,
Hugs,
Lisca
The place looks great, I would love to visit, I enjoyed watching your photos!☺
I actually love those little cubbyhole beds. What a different time. You guys visit the most interesting places. :)
Chris, your journal page is lovely. I like how you used the tag on it.
Your dessert looks good, and what a nice thing to do while watching it rain.
Oh, and I rather like having my TSFT to start with Ts, but noticed not everyone did. So for a while I was confused! Glad you mentioned it.
Happy T Day!
The photographs you shared are fabulous Chris x Such an amazing place x Love your journal page too x Great backgrund and tag xx
TFS and hugs
Annie x
Beaune hospital is lovely. What impressed me most was that they provided a modicum of privacy for the patients. I've always believed that sick people improve faster if they have privacy.
Your page is stunning, Chris.
Happy T-day and Happy 6th to us! Eileen xx
Fabulous Journal page Chris. What a great adventure you have both had visiting all those beautiful places. Enjoy the rest of your journey. Hugs Rita xx
Wonderful Art page Chris !! I really loooove the fabulous background and the gorgeous tag, espectacular !! your trip is a lovely experience, so fantastic places you have visited !! great desserts!! Happy belated T-day! I´m trying to contact you, but it seems there ´s some problem to send you my e.mail address, so, there it is, thank you very much : khatthhyyie@hotmail.com. I´ve also add a Contact Form in my blog, in case you can´t. Thanks again.
I wish you a very nice day, and send big hugs,
Caty
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