Toulouse: the beautiful pink city you have to visit in your lifetime
Toulouse is the capital of the Haute-Garonne department, in the south of France. This beautiful place is known as the pink city, because of the ochre rooftops and the coral bricks of the churches. This 2000 years old city started as a settlement of Celts in the bank the Garonne river.
As the fourth largest city of France, Toulouse has a great art and historical legacy, with museums and mansions. And even with such a strong presence of the past, the city has a well-developed aerospace industry. Also, as expected from a French city, Toulouse has a rich cuisine culture. You definitely need to try the famous Cassoulet and the Toulouse sausage.
Meet the Toulouse districts
The historic district Vieux Toulouse is located at the centre of the city and it has the square called "Place du Capitole". The magnificent buildings, especially the interior design of the churches attract people from all around the world. The wide city hall makes you remember the Buckingham Palace in London.
By the bank of the Garonne river, you can see the district Arnaud Bernard. The district is known for the festive nightlife and the popular boutiques.
The district Matabiau is the area where you can find the main railway station of Toulouse. Besides the suburbs, there is also the district St. Sernin, with museums, local markets, cafes and small shops.
Have fun: what can you do in Toulouse
Art. This word can express the soul of Toulouse, so you can find lots of places to admire different forms of art. One example is the Museum Augustins, a convent that became a museum in 1793, gathering masterpieces of Toulouse. So this is one of the oldest museums of France.
Food is an essential part of a culture, so you have to visit the Marche Victor Hugo, a covered market with many stalls selling all type of typical french food. Two of the most famous stalls are the Maison Garcia (artisan charcuterie) and the Chez Betty (where you can try delicious and refined cheese).
With all of this to do, the fun is guaranteed. Just take your time and enjoy the beautiful Toulouse.
