First view of Montsegur

Festo des Tisserands

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July 6th 2008
Another week, another festival. This time, in Lavelanet, to celebrate its reason for being: textiles. So the Festo des Tisserands celebrates the weavers who made their lives here through the centuries. We decided to go on the walk which allegedly follows the route taken by those who worked their cloth at Montségur and brought their goods to Lavelanet to sell. Hard graft really: it’s a 500 m ... read more

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more