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In the middle ages, Azille was one of the more important sites
of the Archdiocese of Narbonne, which gave it the 14th century
church of St. Julien, in the center of town (still maintained and
in use to this day). The Clarisses Monastery is just around the
corner from the church and may also be visited.
- Parts of the original fortified walls, towers and entryways
can still be seen surrounding the very center of town.
- There are also a number of chateaux from the 19th century still
in use today, which you can see as you stroll around the village.
Take special note of the Chateau Gallimard, of which the Azillaise
population are quite proud!
- Only 4 kilometers from the center of Azille, the Canal du Midi
runs through the vineyards and the community's hamlet of Jaurrès,
which houses original aging barrels of gargantuan size.
- In town, there are a few wine tasting rooms and Azille's own
Cave Cooperative, which is home to many of the grapes harvested
in the fall from the vineyards surrounding the village.
- Throughout the year, Azille offers a variety of street fairs
and festivals, local craft fairs, food and wines, flea markets,
art exhibitions, and a historic Spanish Feria, just to name a few!
Plus many artisans and their crafts
are on display
around
town
on a permanent basis.
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