Must see sights Saint Emilion - France
1, Cardinal's Palace Place du 11 Nov 1918 The palace walls are still viable today are part of the old town walls. In the early 14th century, Pope Clement V, a local boy, gave her nephew the title of "Cardinal of Santa Luce' and this was his luxurious & comfortable home. Look out for the Roman-style art, with floral decorated arches and latrine pipes that demonstrate a certain level of comfort. 2. The Great Wall Grand Pontet There are the modest remains of a huge 12th century Dominican monastery. At the beginning of the Hundred Years War. French troops took refuge in this monastery. The monks, feeling unsafe, left and settled within the town. The monastery was then deliberately destroyed, leaving only this impressive vestige left standing in the vineyards 3. Collegiate Church & Cloisters 2 bis Rue de la Porte Brunet This impressive Collegiate church dates back to 1110....