{"product_id":"saint-jean-pied-de-port-france-cascade-de-la-minoterie-postcard","title":"Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, France – Cascade de la Minoterie – Postcard","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis historical postcard captures a picturesque view of the Cascade de la Minoterie in Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, France. The cascading waters of the Nive River flow beneath a charming stone bridge, with traditional Basque-style houses lining the riverbanks. \u003cbr\u003eSaint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, located in the French Basque Country, is a town rich in history and cultural significance. Founded in the 12th century, it has long served as a strategic defensive settlement near the Spanish border. The town is most famous as a key stop on the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route, with thousands of pilgrims passing through its historic streets each year.\u003cbr\u003eThe Cascade de la Minoterie (Waterfall of the Mill) is named after the old mill buildings seen along the riverbanks, which once played a crucial role in the town’s economic and agricultural development. Watermills were essential to local industries, grinding grain into flour and supporting the Basque Country’s traditional farming economy.\u003cbr\u003eDuring the Napoleonic Wars, Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port was a site of military conflicts, as it was occupied by French, Spanish, and British troops at different times. Today, it is a well-preserved tourist destination, celebrated for its Basque architecture, cobbled streets, and historic landmarks.\u003cbr\u003eFront Text: \"C.G. 27. St-JEAN-PIED-de-PORT – Cascade de la minoterie\"\u003cbr\u003eThe reverse side follows the classic \"CARTE POSTALE\" format.\u003cbr\u003eSize ±: 14 cm x 9 cm\u003cbr\u003ePlease review the images as part of the description.\u003cbr\u003eAuthenticity is guaranteed!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ZipZappa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55102743118202,"sku":"POS621-","price":4.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/8524\/5719\/files\/saint-jean-pied-de-port-france-cascade-de-la-minoterie-postcard-9227257.jpg?v=1751899166","url":"https:\/\/www.zipzappa.com\/es\/products\/saint-jean-pied-de-port-france-cascade-de-la-minoterie-postcard","provider":"ZipZappa","version":"1.0","type":"link"}