MGallery Celebrates History at the 41st European Heritage Days

For the second consecutive year, MGallery Hotel Collection celebrates heritage

For the 41st time, the European Heritage Days have celebrated history, art and architecture. Now a must-see, the event makes historical and architectural treasures, usually closed to the public, accessible. This year again, the MGallery hotel collection is exporting the concept internationally, to 26 destinations around the globe. Enough to continue to preserve local heritage. 

Discover local treasures 

To immerse visitors in the rich and captivating history of its most iconic establishments, MGallery offers a series of tailor-made experiences. Musical immersions, culinary adventures or even artistic exhibitions: each event reflects both the uniqueness of the place and the cultural heritage of the regions.

In France, L’Aigle Noir Fontainebleau – MGallery Collection will offer guided tours of its 16th-century building — closely linked to the Château de Fontainebleau. Visitors will also be able to enjoy a cocktail at the hotel’s bar, Le Montijo, before discovering Jeu de Paume, an ancestral French sport dating back to the 11th century and similar to tennis.

In Vienna, the birthplace of Mozart and Beethoven, the Hotel Am Konzerthaus – MGallery Collection will pay tribute to the Austrian music scene. Guests will have the chance to (re)discover the legendary concert hall of the Vienna Opera, built by the architect August Sikkard Von Sikkardsburg and able to accommodate nearly 2000 people. Back at the hotel, they will be able to enjoy a “ Before/After” photo exhibition retracing the life of this essential treasure. The visit will be followed by a cocktail dinner.

Being passionate about cultures in Asia

Located a stone’s throw from the Hanoi Opera House in Vietnam, the Hotel de l’Opéra Hanoi – MGallery Collection has a spectacular rooftop, offering breathtaking views of the city. This is where the establishment will organize an event around music: the Music Box High Tea Party . Visitors will be able to taste ice creams, printed in 3D to mimic the lines of Hanoi’s monuments, and sip a signature cocktail. Enough to enjoy the urban landscape, lulled by a sweet melody. 

The Royal Hoi An Hotel – MGallery Collection will offer you the chance to discover the cultural riches of the old town of Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Among the must-see stops to get an overview of the region’s spiritual heritage: the An Lac pagoda, the Cao Dai temple and the Ngoc Cam monastery. A temporary exhibition, designed in collaboration with the famous photographer RÉHAHN, will close the visit, retracing the city’s rich history and illustrating the plurality of its traditions.

Overlooking the Andaman Sea, Avista Grande Phuket Karon – MGallery Collection brings Phuket’s rich Sino-Portuguese and Peranakan heritage to life for its guests. In collaboration with the Peranakan Association of Phuket, the hotel will offer a series of unique experiences, such as a traditional welcome ritual, a Ceylon tea ceremony and traditional Thai dance classes. 

Soaking up heritage in Latin America and the Pacific 

In Brazil, the Santa Teresa Rio de Janeiro – MGallery Collection hotel will offer a tour of the colorful Santa Teresa neighborhood, the creative heart of the city. Visitors will be immersed in the soul of this neighborhood with its cobblestone streets. A local guide will highlight some of the local artists, such as ZeMog, whose works adorn the walls of the establishment.

Located just a stone’s throw from Warwick Farm Racecourse in Australia, the William Inglis – MGallery Collection will pay tribute to the country’s equestrian heritage. Visitors will walk in the footsteps of the Inglis family, on the land they once occupied. A chance to discover the heritage of the indigenous peoples, in partnership with the Aboriginal Land Council. A guide will also introduce the Darug people, who occupied the region in which the hotel is located, as well as the Cabrogal people, who remain, to this day, the ancestral guardians of this land.

Catherine Cherabieh, Vice President of the MGallery brand , is delighted: “Heritage is at the heart of our identity. We are proud to preserve and share the unique history of our hotels, while bringing a contemporary touch. Each MGallery property is a treasure trove of culture, art and architecture, and we are delighted to be able to include local communities, by opening our doors wide to them on these memorable days.”