Over its long history, the palace has repeatedly changed its status. After the end of the French Revolution, a city court was located here for some time. At the beginning of the 20th century, the palace served as a City Hall, after which it was converted into a cultural center. The magnificent castle currently houses a historical museum, as well as the largest tourist office in the city. Part of its premises is reserved for temporary exhibitions and art events.
One of the most visited museums in Nevers is the Musee de la Faience. As the name suggests, it is dedicated to the history of faience production, which has remained relevant for the city for hundreds of years. It has gathered the best faience works made by local craftsmen hundreds of years ago. A significant part of the exhibition is dedicated to modern production. Over the past years, the museum’s collection has expanded significantly. Now, among other things, it stores collections of paintings and other works of art. The museum has a popular souvenir shop where visitors can find some exclusive souvenirs.
Fans of unusual tours would be happy to discover the old Colombage mansion on one of the historic streets of Nevers. It is one of the few half-timbered houses preserved in the city. The mansion is of great value from an architectural point of view. The fact that almost its entire facade is now covered with ivy makes the building even more spectacular. Therefore, summer is the best time to admire it.
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