{"product_id":"insight-guides-southwest-france-9781780050546","title":"Insight Guides Southwest France","description":"\u003cp\u003eInsight Guide Southwest France focuses comprehensively on the southwest corner or France  from Atlantic coast to Mediterranean coast  with full-color photos throughout combining with lively narrative. Our Best of Southwest France section outlines top attractions and activities not to be missed  such as the lush landscapes  dramatic gorges  medieval villages  prehistoric cave art  and food and wine of this region. Essays by local writers immerse you in the history and culture and way of life of this largely rural region: from its characteristic Romanesque architecture and great wine-making tradition  to understanding the country life  wildlife  and the outdoor pursuits offered by sea  mountain and river. A range of features homing in on special subjects such as truffles  the Basques and bullrunning  give you the full picture. Our Places chapters then take you on an inspirational trip from Bordeaux and the Southwest Coast through to French Catalonia on the shores of the Mediterranean  with the Basque Country and the Pyrennees included en route. On the way theres the Gorges of the Tarn  the winding river valleys of the Dordogne  medieval perched villages such as Rocamadour and the amazing prehistoric cave art at Lascaux; while urbanites are also catered for with  among others  the cities of Bordeaux  Toulouse  Pau and Montpellier  the pilgrimage site of Lourdes  and the medieval walled city of Carcassonne  one of Frances top sights. Plentiful full-color maps show you the way around  with dotted sights highlighting areas of interest. Finally  the Travel Tips cover all your planning needs  with a wealth of information and listings  transportation  activities  accommodations  and our selective  independent recommendations for the best places to eat and drink.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45280447823925,"sku":"ByrdShop_1780050542","price":50.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0627\/8139\/0901\/files\/9781780050546.jpg?v=1780636659","url":"https:\/\/atxbooks.com\/products\/insight-guides-southwest-france-9781780050546","provider":"ATX Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}