Toulouse
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In Toulouse, you'll find yourself surrounded by artwork both old and new. Visit galleries such as EXPRMNTL Galerie, showcasing the cutting edge of modern art. Then make sure you visit the Musée des Augustins – a collection of paintings and sculptures from as far back as the Middle Ages – and the more modern and contemporary art-focused Musée Les Abattoirs.
Enjoy the excellent local cuisine – make sure you try the regional speciality, the meat and white bean stew known as cassoulet – before going out for a night on the town at one of the many popular bars along Place Saint-Pierre.
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Read itToulouse blends history, gastronomy, sport and high technology into a beautiful riverside city. Settled on the banks of the Garonne River since the Iron Age, the Old Town at its heart is home to many museums and historical religious buildings.
Toulouse is very famous for its food, including specialities such as the cassoulet and the foie gras that you can sample in many restaurants in the city centre. From joining a slow pace cruise on the Garonne River to attending a rugby match in the city stadium, there’s little chance of you getting bored in Toulouse.
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