Albi, France: Worthy Stop in the Languedoc

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Uploaded by on Aug 31, 2011

Albi's massive Roman Catholic cathedral, St. Cécile, looks less like a church and more like a fortress — on purpose. It was built in a time when the pope felt compelled to make it clear that the only acceptable Christianity was Roman-style. Next to the church is the world's largest collection of art by Henri Toulouse-Lautrec. The museum displays his work chronologically, letting you follow the evolution of his art with his fascinating life's story. For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series — including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more — visit http://www.ricksteves.com.

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  • just finished two and a half months backpacking Europe ... thanks to tips in your books didnt have to stay in line in most attractions ... THANK YOU !!!!

  • i never tire of ricks sharings...

  • Beautiful gardens and castle. What a lovely place to live !

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