| As the historic crossroads connecting trade routes from the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, Carcassone is a focal point of European culture. In fact, its delectable cuisine reflects the best of French, Spanish and Italian influences. While local history dates back to the 6th century B.C., the city's most famous attraction is its medieval walled city - majestically preserved to carry you back in time to the days of chivalry. The gated section of Bastide Saint-Louis similarly preserves the Renaissance and Enlightenment periods. Whether you tour the vineyards and country estates around Carcassone or take a stroll along the historic Midi Canal, history will guide you while the sunny skies of southern France shine upon you. |