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Discovery of the Lapalisse region |
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On the outskirts of Besbre, Lapalisse is dominated by the tall silhouette of its chateau, like a triumphal path. In the Middle Ages the town was renowned as an important passage way in Bourbonnais. Today it is a dynamic town, a place to stay en route and one of the most scenic routes in France.
The famous “Vérités” are known far and wide; take a pleasant walk to discover them and the town’s history (guided visit with the tourist office from May to August, groups all year round by appointment).For those wishing to explore this beautiful region, located between the open country of Sologne Bourbonnaise, “Pays de Lapalisse” is a quality natural environment, with a varied landscape, a particulary rich cultural heritage and very diversified craft expertise, religious architecture, many chateaux, museums, agreeable walks, special sites of interest; nature lovers will find many attractions, these are a few examples. |
| Lapalisse - Saint Jean Baptiste Church (end XIXth century) new-roman |  Saint-Jean Baptiste | Bert - Saint Laurent Church
|  Saint-Laurent | Le Breuil - Notre Dame de Saint Blaise (XIIth century), roman art
|  Notre-Dame de Saint Blaise | La Palice Castle Built between the XIth and XIIIth century, the feudal era, by Jacques the 1st of Chabannes in 1430. His grandson, Jacques II, Marshal of France built the Renaissance wing at the beginning of the XVIth century using pink coloured bricks, combining simplicity with elegance. This replaced the high wall connecting the fortified castle to the gothic style chapel, built around 1470.The fully furnished living rooms house numerous historical artifacts. The coffered ceilings embellished with gold and colours are particularly remarkable.
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Lapalisse region 
