The sights and treasures of Beaune

Whilst the main reason for tourists to come to Beaune is the wine, there are also some other sites that make the visit worthwhile, not least the 'Hotel de Dieu' which was a hospital for the poor and supported by two main benefactors. It was religious in nature and also had some vineyards, the wine from which was auctioned off for charity to support the establishment. They employed the finest craftsmen of the time to produce decorative buildings and they furnished them with fine paintings, sculptures and tapestries, presumably with the intent of making the environment pleasant for the poor and sick. They were still running the hospital into the 1950's so most of the equipment in the pharmacy, kitchen and other rooms is still there. Here are some photos of the buildings and interior.




























We also visited the museum of wine and then had some ourselves over lunch.
Gazpacho with poached eggs


Braised ham with spices and rice



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Location:Rue André Marie Ampère,Beaune,France