On the banks of the Tarn river in south-west France, the old city of Albi reflects the culmination of a medieval architectural and urban ensemble. Built in a unique southern French Gothic style from local brick in characteristic red and orange colours, the lofty fortified Cathedral dominates the city. Alongside the Cathedral is the vast bishop’s Palais de la Berbie, overlooking the river and surrounded by residential quarters that date back to the Middle Ages. The Episcopal City of Albi forms a coherent and homogeneous ensemble of monuments and quarters that has remained largely unchanged over the centuries.
Unesco: Episcopal City of Albi
RR: RR Francophone
Date: Dec 4
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