Poitou Charentes is a state of France located in the central western part of the country. It is composed of four departments, which are Vienne, Charente, Deux-Sevres, and Charente-Maritime. The long and stunning sandy coastline has a southern Mediterranean

flavor but as you go deeper, you will find it to be more Atlantic in nature. A large number of vineyards dot the region of Cognac. Besides, this state provides an important pilgrimage route to North West Spain with some of the finest Romanesque churches being located here. All these have made Poitou Charentes a favored tourist destination. For enjoying the enormous treasures of the place, book one of the holiday rentals Poitou Charentes France and relax in the coziest of ambience.

Angouleme is a place worth visiting for several reasons. It has a 12th century cathedral that was restored in the 19th century. The old town area has excellent inns in typical Renaissance style. The unfinished chateau La Mercerie, also known as the Versailles of Charente, is in close proximity. The national park of Marais Poitevin, having numerous dykes and canals, is a major tourist attraction. The tranquil atmosphere of this park draws vacationers from everywhere. On a visit to the region of Charente-Maritime, you will arrive at some of the superb beaches fringed by forests of pine. Also, noticeable is the lovely coastal town of La-Rochelle with several attractions like the La Rochelle Aquarium, La Rochelle Natural History Museum, and the two monumental towers of St Nicolas Tower and Tower of the Chain. Most of the holiday homes Poitou Charentes are situated within a close distance to these tourist places.

There is a strong culinary culture here, especially in the region of La Rochelle. Seafood is well-known in the local restaurants with one of the extremely delicious flavor being Oyster Marenne d'Oleron. Other regional flavors include Cagouilles, Bouchot Mussels, Charente-Poitou Butter, and Mojhette. You might face a major rush in booking one of the houses in Poitou Charentes during the annual Poitou-Charentes Romanesque Festival. This festival is celebrated with street art exhibitions, lectures, concerts, etc, across the region with a huge footfall of tourists. Other than enjoying the regional food and festivals, vacationers also have the option to shop attractive souvenirs in the local shopping centers.