The tradition of giving the bride away goes back to a time when a woman had few rights and privileges and her family viewed her as property. The father of the bride would literally give his daughter away to the groom and his family for social and monetary gains.
More Weather Forecasts in Bordeaux. January is low season in Bordeaux, and although the temperatures remain relatively mild there is a significant amount of rainfall. As the days become longer, the amount of sunshine increases and the temperatures can get up towards the high teens on some days.
WHEN TO GO AND HOW LONG FOR. The temperate climate of the Loire Valley makes it suitable for visits throughout the year; the region is never too hot in summer and its winters are short and relatively mild. Harvest time in September and October is popular with wine enthusiasts but in summer the âGarden of Franceâ is at its most attractive.