It's a stretch of the Mediterranean, almost as big as Portugal, where humans and marine life co-exist underwater. The Pelagos sanctuary, off the southern coast of France, is where divers come to see several different breeds of dolphins and whales. FRANCE 24 takes you to discover its spectacular wildlife.

In France’s south-western Basque country, singing is sacred. In almost every household, respect for this tradition is passed down from generation to generation. The elders set the tone before the whole group sings together. All over the region, music can be heard: in local bars, in churches, even down on the farm. At school, Basque songs are taught to youngsters from an early age so that this local heritage is not lost.

Standing over 1,900 metres tall, the Mont Ventoux looms large over France’s southern Provence region. From the local pastry chefs who name their cakes after it, to the monks who grow vines on its slopes, everyone here is fascinated by the mountainous landscape. The Mont Ventoux is also a legendary stage of the Tour de France. Every year, both professional and amateur cyclists take on the challenge of pedalling to the top. On arrival at the summit, the view over Provence is well worth the effort.