Tuesday, June 14, 2016

Carcassonne - France (A must see)

We have been to Carcassonne several times and how can I not blog about it. Haha. Carcassonne is in Aude, Languedoc-Roussillon. It is an outstanding example of a medieval fortified town, encircling the castle and surrounding buildings, and cathedral. I am not able to take a good photo of the whole of the castle and its city. However, you can go to this google link to view photos taken by other people. https://www.google.co.jp/search?q=carcassonne&rlz=1T4BFLR_enSG473SG494&biw=1138&bih=534&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwict8eUsqjNAhWF6xoKHXljAz4Q_AUIBigB#


You can walk around the castle and it's free. However, if you want to see more of the history, etc, you have to pay an entrance fee. I would say that it is quite worth it to go in but once for me is enough. Other than that, you are still free to roam around the town and the castle where there are many shops and eateries. We always love visiting the souvenir shops where they sell a lot of knights swords, helmets and also princesses' gowns. At any of the eateries, we usually ordered crepes filled with nutella and whipped cream. Yum yum. There are also a lot of fine dining restaurants and the food are reasonably price.

Stacy was standing under a bridge, which to me, look like the casle's little garden





Be prepared for some walks


Magnificent view of the city

Another view
 Next, we went into the cathedral and was so amaze by the decorations and the serenity inside. I am not a Christian or Catholic but I am always open to visit the cathedral because then nobody judge me whenever, I am in there.
Inside the cathedral. The stained glass is so beautiful. Awww..
When we were about to leave the castle, we saw horse ride outside and we thought it was a wonderful experience to go around the castle while sitting inside the carriage. Please be aware that the guide / staff only speak French. while I was sitting in the carriage, something that the guide did, that made me regret to take the horse ride. He was a bit impatient with the horses and was saying something angrily to them. Example, when one of the horses bent its head down to touch the ground, the guide yanked his head up. I don't understand why he did it. But it just made me felt that he was not kind to the horses and only making use of them for monetary gain. sad.
Taking photo with the horses


Sitting in the horse's carriage



After the horse ride, which lasted for about 20mins, I saw a petite train ride just outside the castle. I think it goes around the outside of the castle. sigh... I should have taken this train ride instead. At least I don't feel so guilty after the horse ride incident.


Overall, going to Carcassonne is always an enjoyment for the kids. So many things to see and eat, and also the walking tired them out, which is what we want. Haha!


Lastly, a family photo for sweet memory

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