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Description
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 Major
Cities: Limoges, Brive-la-Gaillarde, Periguex, Sarlat-la
Candea,Rocamadour
From
rolling hills, through the Dordogne Valley, Prehistoric tours of
Lascaus ll. Let Henri or
Nancyhelen plan your
trip for 2003-2004.
History
comes alive in Roman Ruins, mountain hugging villages and Religious
Wars
Famous for
Limoges porcelain, enamel, china as well as tapestries.
Description
The
Limousin/Dordogne region, on the western slopes of the Massif
Central attracts visitors in search of unspoiled countryside. In the
north Corrèze, Creuse and Haute Vienne contain hills and gorges,
and lush green meadows. Numerous ancient village churches dot the
landscape as well as more imposing abbey churches and fortresses in
the mountains of the south.
Its
moorlands have made the Limousin a region of horse-breeders. The
Anglo-Arab horse originated from the famous studs at Pompadour, an
ideal place for an equestrian holiday.
In the Dordogne Valley are many
of the most beautiful villages of France and YOUR
FRENCH CONNEXION has terrific
bargains at farmhouses, restaurants and hotels to enhance your
visit.
The
many lakes and rivers of the Limousin provide endless possibilities
for canoeing, sailing, wind-surfing and other water sports.
Fishermen will also appreciate the abundant trout in the regions
streams and brooks. To the south Fortified Cities cling to mountain
sides and are the sites of many religious events and legends.
Limousin
is also well-known for the famous Limoges enamel and porcelain, and
tapestries from Aubusson. The Dordogne River valley is one of the
major destination of tourists.
Cuisine
Limousin
and the Dordogne will delight every palate. Many meals began with a
marvelous garlic soup called bréjaude,vegetables that a
spoon will stand up in it. Fois gras, confite, truffles and the
wines of Bergerac all calin a taste. Traditional dishes include a
variety of stews such as potée, cabbage stew, cassoulet,
beans and pork and sauced dishes, accompanied by chestnuts or rye
pancakes. The beef of the region is extremely tender and full of
flavor. Deserts include thick home-made cakes: clafoutis with
cherries, flaugnarde with apples, galette Corrézienne,
and the almond cake of the Creuse.
Reserve
a room or home for summer.
This region often fills up a year in advance, plan now!
Places
of Interest
Aubusson Long
tradition of tapestry making, Jean-Lurcat Artistic and Cultural
Center, Hotel de Ville tapestry collections
Gimel-les-Cascades A
charming hamlet, set in a deep gorge
Gueret Built
around a monastery founded in the 8th century, the Municipal Museum
houses a fine collection of porcelain.
Limoges Porcelain,
enamel and faience work, chateau, church of St. Michel-de-Lions,
Cathedral of St. Etienne
Perigueux Well
worth your visit to the remaining in Domed Churches of France. If
you visit in late fall don't miss the Fois Gras sales at the
Place-St. Louis, A true market town.
Rocamadour A
three star Michelin destination which we fully agree. Across the
gorge the site of this slender castle town towers over old
dwellings, towers and precipitous rocks rising 492 ft above the
canyon.
Sarlat-la-Caneda A
great place to use as your headquarters to visit twelve to fifteen
market towns and beautiful villages.
Treignac Rocher
des Folles with a view of the Vézères gorges
Tulle 12th
century cathedral, City Museum, Maison de Loyac, cathedral cloister
Vezere Valley Site
of the Lascaux Caves, this typical Perigord countryside of
willows, cliffs and poplars is designated part of the world heritage
by UNESCO.
We are
pleased to share some highlights of cities from www.francetourism.com.
You will also find us on their site under Washington State.
Enjoy
Le Limousin this year.
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