Carcassonne

old town in Carcassonne
#4 in Carcassonne / #748 in France
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Carcassonne is a fortified city in the Aude department of the Occitanie region in France. Renowned for its medieval architecture, it boasts an impressive double-walled fortress with 53 watchtowers, known as La Cité. This UNESCO World Heritage site is rich in history, having been a strategic military stronghold since Roman times. Visitors can explore the well-preserved ramparts, the Château Comtal, and the Basilica of Saints Nazarius and Celsus.


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