Jurisdiction of Saint-Emilion

Jurisdiction of Saint-Emilion, France

From series “The Most Interesting UNESCO Sites in France”

The region of Saint-Emilion is located on the banks of the Dordogne River. It is famous as a unique wine region. It has long received the status of an outstanding historical landmark. Tourists come here to admire the huge terraces of vineyards, walk through the picturesque hilly terrain, and visit the historic wineries. The area of the region is about 5,400 hectares. Vineyards occupy more than 73% of this area.

Jurisdiction of Saint-Emilion, France
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In total, there are more than 800 wineries in the Saint-Emilion region. More than 36 million bottles of wine are produced here annually. The region has been a place for interesting gastronomic tours for a long time. There is an opportunity not only to taste the best regional wines but also to get acquainted with the peculiarities of the national cuisine during such tours. Wonderful national restaurants are open here. The game is cooked in them. Rare French cheeses and traditional vegetable dishes are also served in local restaurants.

The picturesque region of Saint-Emilion will be interesting for fans of various types of recreation. There are no big noisy hotels here. But there's a really cute miniature room here. They are located in unique historical buildings. Many historical buildings have been preserved on the territory of the region. Many of them were built in the Middle Ages. Ideal conditions for hiking are created here. Most tourists visit the wine region in the warm season.

The entire territory of the region of Saint-Emilion is considered a real open-air museum today. Modern buildings are completely absent on the territory. Medieval wine cellars are preserved in many historical buildings. Interesting excursions are conducted through them. Some wine cellars were carved directly into the rocks hundreds of years ago. The old church has been preserved in the city. It is considered a striking monument in the Gothic style. Many interesting souvenir shops are open here. Tourists are offered to buy vintage wine bottles, corks that were made more than a hundred years ago, and other wine-themed souvenirs as memorable gifts. Next - Ancient city Provins

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