The historic centre of Sarlat

Another day in the Perigord

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August 3rd 2016
Geo: 44.8913, 1.21511After a fine breakfast at Chateau de Monrecour, we headed off to Chateau de Beynac. This is a well-preserved castle, built in the 12th century, high above the cliffs on the north bank of the Dordogne. The castle is very large, and its cliffs and high walls make it an imposing defensive structure. The Dordogne was the boundary between the French and the English in the 14th ... read more

Europe » France » Aquitaine

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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