Another quick trip of 138 miles or so to check in at the Hotel La Metairie next to another great medieval town, Cordes - Sur Ciel for 2 nights. This fortified town was built in 1222. Think about that almost 800 years old and it still holding up. The citizens of Cordes, having built their homes within the original 13th century ramparts, later escaped heavy damage during the religious wars at the end of the 16th century. As a result some excellent examples of 13th and 14th century gothic architecture have been preserved. Many of the photos below speak for themselves, i.e. church.
As in previous tours we work the winding hilly stoned streets investigating everything we can for fun and something unusual of course. We divide and conquer to make sure we all get our interest satisfied. Being off season many of the shops are closed but fear not we found plenty. another eating and shopping success. Cordes has more gargoyles than we have seen in the other towns. Unusual menacing looking animals mounted on the top and side of building. I suspect in the 13th century they believed they warded off evil ? They are entertainig for sure and have caught my interest. Cordes is home to the Museum of the Art of Sugar and Chocolate and there is chocolate here from candy to statues. We enjoyed this stop and now are looking forward to the next adventure at Albi.
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| Dinosaur bones in an antique store...OK ? |
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| Tom is on the hunt for something but he doesn't know what. |
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| Leather goods made at the store . Very good quality and style. |
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| Gargoyles, a couple of many |
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| Big chair for the big guy ! |
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| An age old question . What came first Mary or the egg ? |
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| Debbie high stepping up the hills looking for the next shopping opportunity. |
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| How about a bigger truck ? |
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| Does it get any better than this ? A 175 pound woman made of pure chocolate. |
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| Saint Michel church built in 1269 an absolute beauty of centuries past. |
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| Max pointing the way...better listen. |
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| Who needs a gym when you have these walkways ? |
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| Loving the day ! |
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