Carcassonne

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HOTEL DE LA CITE

21/08/2014 by .
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It may only be 108 years old, but the Hotel de la Cite, part of the MGallery Collection,  is the last and most decorative piece in the 1200-year-old jigsaw puzzle which makes Carcassonne such a fascinating place to visit. It was at the beginning of the 9th century that this ancient citadel got its name when it survived a siege by Charlemagne with the help of its moat, drawbridge and thick Roman walls.

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French Cookery Lessons: French Houseparty Style

23/06/2013This entry was posted in Carcassonne, France, South of France and tagged , , on by .
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From filleting fish to spinning sugar, my 6 day “Gourmet Explorer” french cookery course at the French House Party near Carcassonne was a culinary delight.

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