Acquitaine/Dordogne perfectly fits the bill of a magical wonderland. Snow-capped peaks, rolling vineyards, meadows, an expansive coastline and sand dunes are perfectly complimented with gothic castles, honey-colored stone cottages, Romanesque churches and pre-historic caves. Touch base in the capital city of Perigueux which has been the centre of Acquitaine/Dordogne region for over 2,000 years and then back in time as you meander through the old town dotted with tiny squares and narrow streets.
The kaleidoscope of beautiful sights and surroundings can also be enjoyed from the comforts of your vacation rental home. Lending a dreamlike charm to the region are the various vacation rental homes that are available in the form of quaint cottages, sea facing villas, bungalows, stone barns, farm houses and charming country homes. You can choose to stay in a traditional farm house amid acres of farmland; enjoy a scenic view of the coast from your sea-facing bungalow or opt for a cozy little cottage in a charming village.
Pre-historic caves: The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Vezere Valley is home to innumerable fantastic pre-historic caves. You can catch a glimpse of the Palaeolithic era in the Musee National de la Prehistoire in Les Eyzies which shows the first traces of primitive man dating back between 2 and 3 million years ago.
Chateau de Hautefort: This esteemed chateau is a marvelous historical monument that boasts an impressive Renaissance courtyard. The terraced gardens offer spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. The Chateau remains open for most part of the year except in November and December.
Bordeaux Wine Trail: The region of Acquitaine/Dordogne is home to the famous wine town of Bordeaux. Connoisseurs of wine can relish the thought of touring the picturesque vineyards and estates such as St. Emilion, which even organizes wine-tasting lessons and tours from May to September.
Food is literally a tradition in this part of France as the locals take immense pride in preparing a variety of culinary delicacies. Dining is literally a ritual that usually means a two hour lunch break or a visit to the local boulangerie. A visit to Aquitaine/Dordogne is incomplete without sampling foie gras and truffles. Seafood lovers can enjoy a platter of seafood delicacies in the charming villages along the coast.
Most of the towns within the region of Aquitaine and Dordogne have restaurants, pubs and bars where you can head for a round of drinks and a chance to socialize with the locals. However, Bordeaux is definitely the best town to be in when the sun goes down as it has more options for entertainment and nightlife in comparison to the other cities and towns. The dance clubs, live music bars and casinos are usually open till 2 in the morning on weekdays and up to 4 in the morning on weekends.
The magnificent natural splendors complement the expansive greens of the golf courses in the region of Acquitaine. The Golf du Medoc is ranked among the top ten courses in France and is home to two championship courses – Les Chateaux and Les Vignes. These courses have hosted some of the major national and international events such as the French Open and the Challenge Tour Grand Final. If you are an ardent golfer, a game in these courses is a must.
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