Occitania, France | City of Toulouse, Montpellier, Nimes, Albi | Drone 4k video | Occitania cities

Occitania, France. The video shows the French province of Occitania, the representative of the south of France. A bird's eye view of its territory offers magnificent views of the Mediterranean coast, the Pyrenees and the Camargue plains. The video, which was filmed from a drone in 4k, allows you to see seaside cities, alpine beauty and cozy villages. The variety of Occitan landscapes is fascinating.

general information
Occitania is a southern French province. It was formed in 2016 by combining the Midi-Pyrenees and Languedoc-Roussillon regions. In terms of area, Occitania is the second region in France. The southeastern coast of the province is washed by the Mediterranean Sea. In the south it borders on Andorra and Spain. They are separated from the latter by the Pyrenees mountain range. The cultural symbol of the province is the Occitan cross, which was the banner of the coat of arms of the counts of Toulouse in the 12th and 13th centuries.
There are many tourists in Occitania. First of all, they are attracted here by the sandy beaches of the Mediterranean. Mountain excursions are popular. Gastronomic tourism is also developed here. The local cuisine is known for its unusual dishes and wine.

Capital
The capital of Occitania is the city of Toulouse. It impresses with its beauty. The houses built here of terracotta bricks look pink at sunrise and sunset. Therefore, the name “pink city” was assigned to the city, and Toulouse is also called the city of students and the “city of violets”. Violet is depicted on the emblem of the city. These flowers are grown here on an industrial scale.
In addition to advanced educational institutions, Toulouse has many museums, old mansions, and monuments. Among the main attractions: the Cathedral of Saint-Etienne, the Augustinian Museum, Capitol Square. In Toulouse is the magnificent Garonne embankment.

Nature
The natural attractions of Occitania are represented by the Pyrenees, the Mediterranean Sea, caves and gorges. The climate here is diverse: in the mountains it is cool, and on the coast it is mild Mediterranean.
The scenery of the Regional Natural Park of the Camargue fascinates. The park's flat swampy terrain is home to numerous birds and animals. Among them are unique Camargue white horses found only here.
Beautiful places can be seen in the massifs of the Pyrenees. There are many caves there. The most spectacular of them are Padiraca, Pesh Merl, Betarram.
The region has wide sandy beaches on the Mediterranean coast. The Garonne River, one of the Great Rivers of France, flows through the province of Occitania.

Major cities
In addition to the capital of Occitania, Toulouse, there are many beautiful and large cities in the province.
Montpellier is located just 10 kilometers from the Mediterranean Sea and is famous for its beaches. There are many amazing places of nature in the suburbs (Botanical Garden, bamboo forest, etc.). Places such as the Place de la Comédie and the L'Ecusson quarter surprise with their architecture.
The city of Nimes is popular with tourists. It is located between the Seven Hills near the Mediterranean coast. Here are Roman ruins, an amphitheater, the arena of which is still used for bullfighting, the Jardin de la Fontaine park.
Albi is an ancient city, the third largest in the south of France. It is located on the banks of the Tarn River, across which a 150 m long bridge was built. The bridge connects two parts of the city. It has spans in the form of arches. The main attraction of the city is the majestic Cathedral of St. Caecilia. The historic center of the city has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

What to watch
Occitania is a beautiful French province with a rich historical heritage. There is something to see and thanks to which to get an unforgettable experience.
It is worth visiting the major resort cities, which are famous squares, museums, parks. It is interesting to look at Capitoline Square in Toulouse, Narbonne, the city of art and history, medieval Carcassonne, etc.
It is impossible to do without relaxing on local beaches and visiting picturesque villages. A tour of Occitania is unthinkable without visiting the mysterious gorges and caves.

Attractions
Capitol Square in Toulouse is one of the main attractions of Occitania. It was built in 1730. The flooring of the Capitoline Square is made in the form of an Occitan cross and signs of the zodiac. On the square is a palace of the same name.
The pearl of the region is also the medieval city of Carcassonne with an ancient fortress. It is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. For many centuries, the city has been preserved in its original form.
It is impossible to ignore the Space City in Toulouse, which occupies a huge space (4000 sq.m).

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