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Genesis of the city of Sarlat

The history of this sparkling city Perigord begins to eighth century. Indeed, at that time was summed up in the city is a large Benedictine abbey in the margins of which had developed gradually over a medieval centuries. Of impressive dimensions, the abbey of Sarlat entered into history as having been in the ninth century, one of the six most important buildings of the abbey’s Perigord region.

Attached to the Holy See from 1153, the abbey of Sarlat, and the medieval town, began a gradual evolution under the influence of the prelates sent by Rome and turned as it gradually face the original architectural Abbey of the city. This work of transformation did not end until the seventeenth century.

Meanwhile, with the arrival of Roman prelates, Sarlat enjoys considerable influence in the region since the village was erected by them in episcopal city. A status that made him play a leading role rearguard and reserve of food and men of the French army during the Hundred Years War. Yet passed into British hands in 1360, Sarlat was released a decade later by the constable.

Thus, over the years and centuries, the small town of Sarlat amassed as and when historical twists, a mosaic showing impressive architectural currently more than 1000 years of history.

This immeasurable wealth and this pushed the French government in 1962 to enact a law called ” Malraux Law “(named after the famous writer and politician in his home) that the Administration imposed conservation or restoration of the incredible cultural richness and heritage of the French territory. For the record, it should be noted that the town of Sarlat also served to pilot city for the operations of restoration and conservation provided by the Malraux Act of cultural heritage monuments! Three years after the law Malraux, the city took the name of Sarlat Sarlat-la-Caneda following the merger with the town of La Caneda.
Sarlat, a tourist town uncommon

With its 65 listed buildings in Sarlat-la-Caneda is the European capital in terms of cultural heritage! A situation which has certainly contributed greatly to the rate of tourist arrivals in the region. In fact, attracted by the specifics of its cultural wealth, each year more than a million and half tourists flocking to the capital of Perigord.

These tourists, most of which come from the United Kingdom, Belgium or the Netherlands are more fascinated by the title of a region. Indeed, Sarlat is famous for its historical monuments. The city is full of other treasures which are the panacea for all visitors once there.

Thus, food is also one of the premier attractions in the region. Renowned for its truffles and a priceless quality that sells really cheap gold at nearly € 1 200 per kilo!, Sarlat-la-Caneda is enjoyed by wealthy gourmets who like to stay in the area!

The foie gras is also one of the many culinary treasures of the city. Indeed, producers Sarlat Renowned contributed to the reputation of the city in this area.

Sarlat is well known but also great lovers of tobacco since the city and its region since 1857 producing quality tobacco for the industries concerned!

Apart from its gastronomy, the city lends itself particularly to the promenade and the ecotourism with its flowered paths that smell good evergreen oaks and the smell of the yellow stone of its old buildings.

Also classified among the most beautiful villages in France, Sarlat certainly does not leave you indifferent with his incredible charm. A charm that you will have the opportunity to discover in your walks, especially around unusual sites like the Cathedral of St. Sacerdos, Chapel Récollets or the famous castle of la Boetie.

The film world is not it also not often mistaken in choosing the capital of Périgord as natural scenery at many film fans.
How to visit Sarlat-la-Caneda?

To visit Sarlat, you can choose between a healthy walk around the city or else borrow what Sarlat call “Sarlat bus. It is actually a network of urban vehicles particularly suitable for circulation in the small city and allow you to visit without getting tired of the many sites! Besides the “Sarlat bus, there is the bike! Try to rent one in the corner to enjoy the best of your country walks

Since 1979, the cathedral is part of the World Heritage listed by UNESCO. International recognition is as it is admirable. Lying some ten miles away, the cathedral itself in the local landscape and has inspired many artists for their work, the writer Huysmans painters like Jean-Baptiste Camille Corot that his painting exhibited at the Louvre . From a historical point of view, the cathedral housed a single coronation, that of Henri IV honors and delights at the Cathedral of Reims , usually used for such events.

Originally Romanesque, the cathedral was finally rebuilt in the Gothic style. The cathedral contains features that make this building unique. Its Romanesque crypt and the choir of 650m ² are the largest in France, the surface of windows of 2600m ² is the largest in the world for the cathedrals of the 12th and 13th centuries, one of the largest roses in the world with 13, 36m in diameter also adorn the cathedral. The transept the longest in France with 63.4 million completes the uniqueness of the place. Moreover, it is the only cathedral in Europe with 9 sculpted portals.
The eventful life of the Cathedral and the ruins of the past

The first cathedral was erected in the city in the middle of the 4th century under the name “Cathedral Aventine. The town was attacked in the middle of the 8th century and the cathedral was destroyed once. Rebuilt, the Vikings destroyed a century later. In the 10th century (962) a new war will destroy the building and soon a fourth building was born.

From the first quarter of the 11th century, the fire consumed once again the city’s cathedral. The fire de1134 preserved the cathedral, one of 1194 caused irreparable damage to the building even though parts of the cathedral were spared. In 1260, the cathedral finally found its splendor, she keeps up today.

In all this destruction that marked Chartres, it is still possible to see some remains around the cathedral and the site of the cathedral. Indeed, the reconstructions were done on the ruins of ancient cathedrals. Different crypts crossed the hazard: the outer crypt of Saint-Fulbert, the largest in France, opens further on various chapels and Gothic Romance, a crypt inside, Saint-Lubin had protected the “veil of the virgin and is still standing. Frescoes and statues adorn these wonderfully crypts.
Description and ornaments of the cathedral of Chartres

From the outside, the visitor already distinguished architecture and magnificent sculptures. Both towers have a height difference of 10 meters (the old bell tower at 105m and 115m in nine) flank the main gate or “Royal Portal” of the cathedral’s west front where 300 figures add to 19, 24 large statues of architectural decoration. North, at the “Gateway to the Alliance recognizes the Old Testament and the life of the Virgin. In contrast, the south portal, or “gate of the Church” shows the Last Judgement, confessors, apostles and martyrs on both sides of the gate and on the central tympanum.

The interior is equally beautiful with its stained glass drawing the great characters and stories in the Bible. Much remains to admire the Chartres labyrinth, symbolizing the path to God (provided you do not get lost!) And the termination of the choir and its 200 statues featuring scenes of life with Jesus or Mary. Inside the cathedral, a virgin wood from the 16th century is really impressive.

The concessions precarious private beaches are created following the concession of the coastal State. The mayor of the municipality is entitled to grant the operation of public coastline to an area representing more than 20% of the total space of the town beaches (30% previously). These concessions are intended for the development, operation and maintenance of beaches. Under the terms of the decree “The concessionaire is allowed to occupy part of space granted for installing and operating activities to meet the needs of public service resort. These activities must be directly related to the operation of the beach and be compatible with maintaining the free and unrestricted use of the beaches, the imperatives of conservation of sites and landscapes and coastal living resources as well as vocation spaces surrounding land. In other words, private beaches can be closed because access to the entire public domain must be guaranteed to everyone. The law specifies a minimum of 80% of the length of the shore by beach, and 80% of the surface of the beach, in the municipal boundaries, must remain free of all equipment and installation. The facilities are poor because they must by law be removable so late concession to allow the site to its original state. The range must also be released from his equipment except during bathing or 6 months per year. No anchor sustainable soil can not be installed.
What equipment?

Most of France offer private beaches to swimmers retribution against the provision of sunbeds on the beach and cabin changes, showers … In most cases, this service is associated with a service of cold drinks on the beach and if a service of fast food: what are the famous huts. Concessions may be granted for recreational activities such as the famous Mickey Mouse Club, inflatables for children or activities of horses with pedals.