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La Camargue

La Camargue . By: Sarah (Dragon) Fessler. The History of Camargue. The production of salt plays a central role in the history of the region (and France as a whole) due to “la Gabelle ” in the 14 th century…a heavy tax on salt which was not abolished until the French Revolution in

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La Camargue

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  1. La Camargue By: Sarah (Dragon) Fessler

  2. The History of Camargue The production of salt plays a central role in the history of the region (and France as a whole) due to “la Gabelle” in the 14th century…a heavy tax on salt which was not abolished until the French Revolution in the late 18th century! The production of rice in the area in the 16th century was mainly for livestock, but in the 19th century it was increased to desalinate the ground to plant vines. In the 20th century Rice production increased for human consumption and is the first Rice Producing areas in Europe.

  3. The Culture of Camargue A lot of Camargue’s specialty food is seafood because they are near the ocean. Horses help herd cattle around the rancher’s land and also herd them in ‘The running of bulls in Camargue’ Camargue is fairly close to an Ocean, so its big on fishing.

  4. Cities and Villages Aigues-Mortes This was built by Louis IX as a sea port for departing crusaders in the 13th century. Today it’s a tourist attraction just to see the walls and climb to the top. LesSaintes-Maries-de-la-Mer This famous church and city has been kept authentic even in the age of technology. In the church there is a statue called “Black Sarah” which was made by Romany Gypsies, they still gather today for a religious festival every year.

  5. What to do, What to do See a French Bullfight Take a tour by horseback, bike, jeep, or on your feet. See the natural ecosystem of Camargue Boating anyone?

  6. FOOD Anchoiade Bouillabaisse Anguilles (au four) Gardiane de Taureau SaladeCamarguaise Aubergines aux anchois et aux capres

  7. FOOD (continued) Canard aux figues Barbouillade Brandade de Morue Fougassed'AiguesMortes Moules en Brasucado Hachiscamarguais

  8. Where to go? Restaurants: LeLePont des Bannes- Local specialties, almost no out of region cuisine. Dinner Menu Flamant Rose- True Carmague cuisine Mas de Peint- Reservation only, Breakfast Menu La Tour du Cazeau- Reservation only, Dinner Menu Le Tamaris- Most likely to prepare food that you can’t get outside of Camargue.

  9. The Festivals of Camargue Festivals in Camargue go through the Spring and Summer months April- Easter celebration May- Cowboy festival July- Parade of traditional costumes Summer- Concerts and dances September- Rice harvest July- The running of bulls from Camargue and bullfighting Horses are sometimes used in their festivals

  10. Neat Facts Camargue is known as the “French Texas,” and also “the horse of the sea” Cowboys can be seen herding cattle outsidethe city of Arles The white pelted horse breed is called Camargue (they are always classified as grays because of the black skin underneath) they are known for as excellent mounts. The bravest bulls of a bull run are not killed, in addition a statue of them is erected in their honor. Camargue is also known for their large populations of pink flamingos

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