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Biaritz, 1854. Biaritz is described in Murray's Handbook as a little secluded watering-place..."It consists of a group of white-washed lodging- houses, cafes, inns, traiteurs, cottages, &c. and generally of a humble character"...The health of the Empress, which had for some time previous to her visit been very delicate, is said to have been greatly improved by the genial climate of Biaritz [Biarritz in south western France]. The Emperor goes every morning to bathe...The limpid purity of the sea and the smoothness of the sand render bathing in the sheltered bays most agreeable. French ladies and gentlemen en costume des bains consume hours in aquatic promenades. The ladies may be seen floating about like mermaids, being supported on bladders or corks, and overshadowed by broad-brimmed hats...Beyond its sea-bathing, its rocks, and its view, Biaritz must be the dullest place upon earth...'. From "Illustrated London News", 1854
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Biarritz, 1854: A Seaside Retreat for the Imperial Family This image transports us back in time to the picturesque coastal town of Biarritz, located in southwestern France, as depicted in an 1854 print from the Illustrated London News. The town, described in Murray's Handbook as a 'little secluded watering-place,' was a humble yet charming destination for travelers seeking respite and rejuvenation. The Empress's delicate health had been a concern for some time, and the genial climate of Biarritz was said to have greatly improved her condition. Her imperial husband, the Emperor, visited the town every morning for a refreshing bath in the crystal-clear waters. The limpid purity of the sea and the smoothness of the sand made bathing in the sheltered bays an agreeable experience. French ladies and gentlemen, dressed in their elegant costumes des bains, spent hours engaging in aquatic promenades. The ladies, shielded from the sun by broad-brimmed hats, could be seen floating about like mermaids, supported on bladders or corks. Beyond its sea-bathing, rocks, and breathtaking views, Biarritz was considered the dullest place upon earth. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the daily life of the imperial family and the fashionable society of the time. The white-washed lodging houses, cafes, inns, traiteurs, and cottages that once lined the coast now stand as a testament to the town's rich history and enduring allure.
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