Photo Tour of Carcassonne

We only had half a day in Carcassonne before we had to head out to catch outrboat.  However, in the few hours we were there, I absolutely fell in love, we all winced that we didn’t get more time there, and we agreed this gem of a spot deserves another visit.  I hope to come back and enjoy this medieval town one day – they even hold a concert inside those walls!

About Carcassonne

This ancient city has been around 1,000 years before Christ.  In 1 B.C. it was part of the Roman Empire, before becoming a part of France in the 13th century.  This Château Comtal was built in the 12th century and restored in the 1800s.  There are 21 abbeys, castles and the like within the Carcassonne nearby area.  There are also concerts within these walls, lots of shopping that would keep any girl entertained for hours, restaurants, and great places to take photos.  If I were to return I’d stay in the hotel inside (it’s 5-star), and enjoy at least two days to explore.  For more information, visit Carcassonne’s site.

I’m so tiny!

A jumping photo in honor of my friend Melayne who always jumps in front of things.

The inside is like it’s very own village.  Stores galore!  I was a happy shopper.

This is the 5-star hotel inside the La Cité Médiévale, called Hôtel de la Cité.

A beautiful church.

I kinda squealed looking at the garden below.

And that was our evening!  We had a little dinner in a local spot and hopped in a car to take us to Homps for the night to start our adventure on a boat down the Canal du Midi!  See you Monday on a boat!

Have you seen my 3 minute video tour of France?  Click here.

Equipment used: Sony NEX-5R (c/o), 50mm f1/.8, 16mm f/2.8 + 18-55mm (c/o), 18-105mm f/4 (c/o)

Diana Elizabeth says hope you have a great Fourth of July!

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