Thursday, September 19, 2019

Albi, France


Albi is located on the Tarn River in the Midi Pyrenees area. 

Berbie Palace is the home of the artist Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec.
He was born in 1864 and has 31 world renowned posters.

Today it is a museum.




Some of his  lithographer works



Garden views.


The Palace is one of the oldest episcopal castle in France built in the 13th century.



Medieval bridge still in operation. 



Town square on hot 92 degree day.



Old time merry go round nearby.



 Shaded area with benches to sit in square.


Town is known for it's red brick buildings 




Albi known for it's large church which was the
 administrative center for 465 churches.
It was built between 1282-1493.



House next door with wall mural.




Half timbered homes in area.




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