Sarlat-la-Canéda, Dordogne -- Stock Photo
Sarlat is a medieval town that developed around a large Benedictine abbey of Carolingian origin.
Located to the east of the department between Dordogne and Vézère, Sarlat is now one of the most beautiful medieval ensembles in Europe. Protected from modernism by the law Malraux, Sarlat has preserved the picturesque of its alleys and the beauty of its monuments. The city holds the record of density in historic monuments classified or listed in the national inventory with 65 monuments and protected buildings.
To go through its alleys is to read almost a thousand years of authentic architecture.
Because modern history has largely passed it by, Sarlat has remained preserved and one of the towns most representative of 14th century France.
Rooted in the heart of its terroir, Sarlat is the ideal place to discover the gastronomy Périgourdine: in paradise of truffles, mushrooms, foie gras, candies, pies, and fine delicatessens of country