Toulouse Towns and Villages in Toulouse

"O mon Païs, O Toulouse", who better than Claude Nougaro with his eponymous song to describe the atmosphere and heritage of the pink city.

This hymn to the Gascon city is a true love song. The words of the song resonate between the walls of the capitol and appear on a plaque affixed to the banks of the Garonne.

Toulouse is nicknamed the " Pink City " because of the color of its bricks. It is a dynamic city full of history.

History of Toulouse

Conquered by the Romans in the 1st century BC, Tolosa became an important Roman city.

In the Middle Ages, it was both:

• Capital of the Visigothic kingdom in the 5th century.
• County of Toulouse, a major regional power.
• Center of Occitan culture and troubadour poetry.
• Seat of the Inquisition in the 13th century.

Then, subsequently:

• Seat of the Parliament of Toulouse.

Its development in the textile and trade industry as well as the construction of the Canal du Midi in the 17th century made it the strong city that we know today.

What to see, what to do in Toulouse?

• Stroll around the Place du Capitole to admire Toulouse's emblematic town hall.
• Discover the Saint-Sernin basilica, a masterpiece of Romanesque art.
• See the Jacobin Convent, a jewel of Gothic architecture, or the Hôtel d'Assézat, a magnificent example of Renaissance architecture.
• Walk and picnic on the banks of the Garonne.
• Visit the Cité de l'espace, a theme park dedicated to space exploration.
• Taste local specialties in Les Halles Victor Hugo, a covered market.

Toulouse is a city that harmoniously combines its rich past with a modernity turned towards the future. Its historical heritage, its dynamic culture and its tasty gastronomy make it a destination of choice for an unforgettable stay.