The Bayeux Tapestry displayed at the British Museum in London

The Bayeux Tapestry, a French medieval treasure, has arrived at the British Museum for a temporary exhibition.

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This exceptional loan marks a first in over 950 years.

The exhibition will open to the public on August 1, 2026.

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Cet événement culturel rare met en lumière les échanges patrimoniaux entre la France et le Royaume-Uni, tout en attirant l'attention sur un chef-d'œuvre historique.

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