Poitiers in Aquitaine, France, once 'ruled' by the English King Henry II and Queen Eleanor of Aquitaine. This Church de Notra-Dame was built in the second half of the 11th century.
The old town built on a hill, originally surrounded by river waters, is practically car less. Most of the residents seem to live in a surrounding urban area created since 1900.
Many original medieval hose remain with others coping the style.
Down to the River Clain
returning up to the old town passing the Eglise Saint-Jean-dr-Montoerneuf,
before meeting surprise no.1
then surprise no 2. Erected in 1903 to commemorate one General Breton who shouted 'Vive la liberte' before his execution on 1822.
Ok, time out to join the cafe culture.
