The legitimist Bourbons' unexpected last resting place in Slovenia: A Tale of Exile and Refuge

Did you know that the final resting place of the last members of the legitimist branch of the French Bourbon royal family is not in Paris or not even in France?

In the heart of Europe, where the echoes of monarchies and revolutions intertwine with the serene landscapes of Slovenia, lies a testament to history's dramatic shifts—the Kostanjevica Monastery. This sanctuary, nestled on a hill dividing the town of Nova Gorica, near the Italian border, harbors the final resting place of the last members of the French …