France Travel Guide
 

Midi-Pyrenees Region

The largest region in France, Midi-Pyrenees, was created in the 20th century. The name was chosen based on geography and has nothing to do with the historical provinces in the region. The region is located between the Atlantic and Mediterranean coasts.

Albi is located on the Tarn River. One of its main attractions is the Toulouse-Lautrec Museum which contains more than 1000 works, including 31 of his famous posters. It is the largest collection of the artist in one place. The museum Midi-Pyrenees Albiis located in the Plalais de la Berbie, which dates from the 13th century.

If you are thinking about camping in Europe, one of the largest campsites is in Millau. The area is known for its sheepskin gloves. It is also an area used extensively for paragliding.

Nicknamed the "Pink City" because of its distinctive brick architecture, Toulouse is in Southwest France. It is one of the centers of European aerospace.

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