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Albi, located in a river valley, is small and wonderful. This colorful wine-producing town welcomes you with its charming Tuscan architecture, surrounded by hills, landscapes and great culture. history Nature is preserved in Albi.
Despite being home to the world’s largest brick cathedral and listed as a World Heritage Site in 2010 for its cultural heritage, it is not as famous as other towns in southern France that are home to the country’s most visited monuments. and A castle older than the famous AvignonAlbi is a unique destination with some treasures protected by UNESCO. Monumental and small at the same time, Drawing on medieval and French Renaissance architecture, A comfortable environment where you can enjoy walking. Most attractions are located in a compact historic center, making them easy to navigate. With a brown glacé crepe in hand, you have to get lost among the streets lined with brick houses, cloisters and gardens. Then visit the world’s largest collection by artist Henri de. toulouse lautrecIt offers beautiful coastal views of the Tarn River.
Brick by brick. There were no quarries in the area, so instead of building with stone, they specialized in manufacturing stone. Bricks made from river soil. Thus they raised something impressive Sainte Cecil, The world’s largest brick cathedral. The length of the bell tower is 78 meters. Also on the inside, protect 18 m² fresco With deep blue and decorations Becomes the largest painted cathedral in Europe. Next to it is barbie palace It is also one of the best-preserved episcopal palaces in the country, a reddish monumental building with an impressive façade of a colorful and perfect “wonderful garden” by the water on the banks of the Tarn River.
Another gem of the Albigensian school is 8th century world mapan unusual documentary work about the world’s oldest picture scroll. A groundbreaking handwritten account of the history of cartography and space representation in 25 countries.
Hidden in the Occitanie region of southern France, between the Pyrenees and the Mediterranean Sea, Albi is located in the Tarn Valley and has 50,000 residents who enjoy the lifestyle. related to history, and nature. At the entrance to numerous vineyards with the Gaillac Administrative Designation of Origin, Contains 400 wine establishments and wineries.
built in the 13th centuryBarbie is One of the oldest castles in Franceeven in front of the famous Papal Palace in Avignon, also located in the south of France and one of the ten most visited monuments in the country. Barbie’s building is strategically located, perched on an elevated platform, a natural fortress, a viewing platform overlooking the Tarn River. Its defensive exterior was transformed into a residential building in the 15th century. Classified as a historic monument in 1862, it is well preserved.
outstanding expression of French medieval and renaissance architecture. The oldest part of the palace is: In the construction of the Sainte-Cecile Cathedral. The side parts of the palace are covered with slate roofs typical of castles on the banks of the Loire. This is no coincidence. These were added by Amboise, Bishop of Albi, in the late 15th and early 16th centuries. Loire.
This former bishop’s palace – Le Palais de la Berbie – Toulouse Lautrec MuseumHe is a prominent French artist who was born in Albi in 1864 into an aristocratic family of traditional landowners in southwestern France. The entrance to the museum is on the Patio des Honors, flanked by two towers of elegant height.
Great artists have a sanctuary in their hometown. It’s a great place to get acquainted Biography and works The work of this artist, who suffers from a genetic disease and has a unique silhouette due to his short stature. Boasting one of the world’s most unique collections of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec’s works, this museum has much more to offer. 220 paintings, 560 drawings, 185 lithographs. the fabric of his youth -When you draw animals such as horses, dogs, the scenery surrounding you, or scenes from daily life– Up to date portraits of legendary cabaret characters Parisians and the circus. It includes memorable posters about the world of entertainment, as well as posters promoting the stars and performances of Moulin Rouge. His burlesque-like aesthetic and descriptive powers made him a chronicler of history. Belle Epoque. Each stage of his creation is represented, always emphasizing the artist’s powers of observation, talent as a draftsman, and eye for detail honed during his long rest.
The museum garden deserves a separate chapter. and french landscaping Flowerbeds with arabesque patterns and colorful flowers line the river. Naturally maintained.
Unlike the museum, access to the medieval palace exterior is free. Open daily until 6pm. (7 p.m. in summer). It’s worth reaching the observation deck overlooking the river for picture-postcard views. From there, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the riverbank and the cityscape on the opposite bank. madeleinewith that church Vieux Bridge with archesthat Until the mid-18th century, merchant houses were built on it (it was demolished after the flood), and as its name suggests, it was an inhabited bridge. Ponte Vecchio in Florence, Tuscany, Italy.
In this way, the old fortified road that protected the castle became a panoramic road. Parts of the route are shaded wild vine and the possibility to appreciate the garden design from above. Those who cross to the other side will have the option to see it all. 3D, using virtual binoculars. From this perspective, Vieux Bridgethis device is located on Via Porta. A new experience to recreate Evolution of the old bridge in augmented reality.
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