Showcasing ArkeoTopia’s guided tours

These guided tours are offered to members of the association and their friends and families. They are called ArkaeoSpots: “Unlike ArkaeOdysseys, which are meticulously planned and cost a fee, ArkaeoSpots are more informal. They allow you to take a break, discuss several topics, and to go at your own pace over a span of a few hours.”

This ArkaeoSpot was planned and researched by Christiane Angibous-Esnault, the association’s organizer. Meanwhile, Gallic Beauchef recounts the journey and shares moments in his own way: “I started taking pictures for ArkeoTopia seven years ago. It was during the Fête de la Musique in 2014 with the ArkeoRock performance in Paris. Since then I’ve been covering many events. I’m naturally curious and I appreciate human creations, especially castles and churches.”

Showcasing archaeology in everyday life

He defended his perspective on photography, saying, “I don’t support manipulating photos. For example, I don’t use the flash when taking photos. I like capturing what the eye sees. The camera is a tool that carves what we see into time. In certain pictures, I’m really seeking to highlight the dialogue and the passion that inspires the ArkeoTopia volunteers.”

For Jean-Olivier Gransard-Desmond, it’s crucial that these tours are moments to share: “Throughout all the association’s activities, we ensure everyone can participate. There needs to be a dialogue.” This is a mantra that we can all feel deeply while looking at the photo gallery below which shows the event from start to finish.

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