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Richard the Lionheart, King Richard I of England spent no more than 6 months of his reign in England. Son of Eleanor of Aquitaine and Henry II, his reputation is that of a chivalrous king and a brave and skilful warrior, whom was known for his sometimes cruel and warlike ways.

The lands of Normandy and Aquitaine (inherited from his mother) caused him to enter into conflict with the King of France. After forcing a truce he continued the war into the Limousin to teach one of his vassals a lesson. During the middle ages, the viscountcy of Limoges was bordered to the southwest by castles, churches and fortified towns, lined up so as to defend the limits of the Duchy of Aquitaine. Richard was wounded at the Castle of Chalus on 20 March 1199, then ordered an attack on Montbrun castle, he then died shortly afterwards. He was buired at the Abbey of Fontevraud with his father, Henry II Plantagenet.

Those who savour history and old buildings will enjoy exploring the region of the Limousin and its typical scenery along this route. There are outstanding examples of life as it was in the middle ages, with churches, towns and many castles open to the public. The castles still portray their warlike purpose.

La Route du Haute-Limousin
If you follow this route you will be led to sites of historical and architectural interest encompassing a number of towns and villages, including Chateauponac. The Limousin has a very interesting religious history. The middle ages saw the development of pilgrimages and the veneration of holy artifacts held in the abbeysand priories of the area. One of the four pilgrims' routes to Santiago de Compostela (Spain) runs through the region. Pilgrims travelled across France staying in the monasteries or simple shelters. This particular journey became known as the 'Route Limousin' and is now officially recognised as part of the regions Cultural Heritage. Present day pilgrims travelling from Vezeley to Santiago de Compost Ella use this route today. Touring this route gives the opportunity to discover the artistic and architectural heritage of the Limousin.

Further information on this beautiful region can be obtained from

http://www.hauteviennehideaways.com

Many of our ancestors were blessed with radiant and beautiful skin. If you carefully observed your granny's wizened face, you may still see the luster she had in her years ago. However, in this day and age, scores of young children and teenagers are beginning to have skin problems that are causing them to look tired and haggard.

Yes, many would argue that there are great skin care products available to make a person's skin young and smooth looking. However, previous generations did not have such creams or lotions, yet they remained beautiful. What was their secret? What did they do differently? The answer is simple; they kept away from chemicals and artificial products and cared for their skin in more natural ways.

There are several important things to take note of before using the different recipes and formula to improve the quality of your skin.

The most important thing to note is your skin type. Different types of skin need different types of food or liquids to look good. For example, ingredients like oatmeal, olive oil and aloe are perfect for dry or sensitive skin. Recipes that contain fruits like bananas, strawberries, lemon and vinegar are good for those who have oily skin or acne issues, due to their astringent like properties. People with combination skin type need more complex recipes as they require a combination of both soothing and astringent actions. Thus, identifying your skin type helps to determine the kinds of recipe you should use to get your desired skin.

There are many simple recipes that can be used in your home kitchen to give you glowing, beautiful skin. For instance, if your skin is sensitive, you should use a soft exfoliate with the following recipe:

Mix ½ a cup of cornmeal with ¼ cup milk. To this mixture, add two teaspoons of baking soda and a tablespoon of olive oil. Sprinkle five drops of tea-tree oil into the mixture and apply it on your skin for gentle cleansing.

Did you know that the banana is not only a delicious fruit but also great for removing wrinkles? Well, you can try it and see for your self. Just mash about ¼ bananas until it becomes creamy. Then, apply it all over your face and leave it on for approximately 15 minutes. Wash it off with warm water followed by a quick dash of cold water. Finally, pat it dry and you will gradually see younger looking skin after several runs.

It is said that an apple a day can keep the doctor away. However, very few people are aware that the apple can also keep acne away. To do so, you should grate a medium sized apple and mix it with 5 tablespoons of honey. Then apply it and keep it on for 10 minutes. Wash it off with cold water to reveal a glowing new skin.

Are you going for a party? If so, you should try this homemade facial mask formula that will make your face glow and look radiant. Firstly, mix 1 table spoon each of fuller's earth, mashed papaya, and honey. Then, apply it onto your face and then rinse it off after several minutes. Soon, you will be able to see a glowing complexion after repeating it for several days.

There are many skin care recipes available that are simple and yet, able to make you look like a million dollars. So, instead of spending money on creams and ointments that are full of artificial chemicals, why not invest some time and energy in your own kitchen! You will find yourself looking beautiful, the natural way!

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