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Dordogne (UK: / d ɔːr ˈ d ɔɪ n / dor-DOYN, US: / d ɔːr ˈ d oʊ n / dor-DOHN or / d ɔːr ˈ d ɔː n j ə / dor-DAWN-yə; French: ⓘ; Occitan: Dordonha [duɾˈduɲɔ]) is a large rural department in south west France, with its prefecture in Périgueux.
The Dordogne (French pronunciation: ⓘ; Occitan: Dordonha) is a river in south-central and southwest France. It is 483.1 km (300.2 mi) long. The Dordogne and its watershed were designated Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO on 11 July 2012.
Centered on the town of Sarlat and the river Dordogne, this is the classic Dordogne, with its limestone cliffs, castles (such as Beynac or Castelnaud) and picturesque villages such as Domme and Laroque Gageac, and also its world-famous caves with their stalagmites and stalactites, and in several cases prehistoric paintings.
The Dordogne – referred to as the Périgord by the French – is located in South West France and is made up of 4 different sub-regions: the Périgord noir (highest concentration of tourist sites), the Périgord pourpre (think ‘wine’), the Périgord vert (nature) and the Périgord blanc (chalky limestone).
The Dordogne. France, Europe. Few regions sum up the attractions of France better than the Dordogne. With its rich food, heady history, château-studded countryside and picturesque villages, the Dordogne has long been a favourite getaway for French families on les grandes vacances.
The Dordogne has stunning medieval castles, historical villages and towns, and the famous prehistoric caves of the UNESCO listed Vezere Valley to enjoy, each of them set in the attractive landscapes of the region, with rivers, forests and beautiful countryside, so it is no surprise that the Dordogne is one of the most popular destinations in ...
The legendary stone villages of Dordogne, including Monpazier, Rocamadour, Domme and La Roque Gageac, are unforgettably picturesque. The market of Sarlat-la-Canéda is just one of many remarkable markets in the area, but this is one that is truly a shopper's dream come true.
The Dordogne region in France is famous for its captivating blend of prehistoric heritage, medieval charm, and culinary excellence. I know travelers come to explore the renowned Lascaux Caves, stroll through picturesque villages like Sarlat-la-Canéda, and savor the region’s iconic cuisine.
Feb 15, 2023 · During your Dordogne Valley vacation, visit the villages like Rocamadour or Sarlat, the Castles, learn about Prehistory in Lascaux or Compostela pilgrims’ paths
FUNDAMENTALS. As if suspended in time, life in the Dordogne Valley always seems to pass at holiday pace. You ascend the dizzy heights to the cliff-top village of Rocamadour, listen to unspoilt nature, you visit one cave after another until you reach Lascaux.
