When the plant was built, the Limousin region of France is controlled by British troops. This factory was built around 1276 and the local garrison commander lived in a house beside a bridge over the river Béraud. When he was a member of this regional British aristocrats known as "Le Pont de Chez Lord" literally means a bridge from the house of God.
"Le Moulin de Chez Lord" (which means that the factory from the House of God) was built near the house. This is necessary to mill flour to bake bread to feed the military and oats for the horses to do things. Remember, it's well before the arrival in Europe of potatoes and bread are the main source of carbohydrates. the plant was still used until the 1980s when the animal preparation. This factory is now a holiday home in the central part of France known as the Limousin.
Now travel to the east there are mountains of the Massif Central is the area now known for skiing in winter. I now turn to the short journey to the west of Limoges, famous for its porcelain manufacture and continue to the coastal town of La Rochelle, the largest fishing center in the Bay of Biscay. This town is now a very attractive resort and an important center for seafood.
Known as the Limousin region is relatively new on the tourist map to this region a typical French vacation, but the secret is out now. This is a forest area, grassland, hills and valleys with attractive villages located in valleys. This region contains a countless number of lakes in the valley of many that provide extraordinary views. Most of the rural activities that are available. Especially prominent in this beautiful walk every difficulty suitable for all skill levels and enthusiasm.
Is a 700 year old factory and built for the flour to the British soldiers on duty to oversee British interests around the Bordeaux wine to be delivered. This factory is located in the valley and covers 20 hectares of grassland and forest. factory at the end of a long journey, which guarantees peace.
Béraud River flows nearly factories and only a few feet from the front door of a waterfall that overflows from the mill pond. The river flows through the gardens and surrounding a small island with some beautiful pine trees to relax in the hot days that the wind always comes from the River. We also often party and barbecue on summer days.
Factory barns that are now published in two double bedrooms with private bathrooms and stairs in the living room with kitchen, living room, etc. There is a shady terrace by the waterfall is perfect for al fresco dining or a glass of wine in the long summer nights.
Because we are fortunate to live in the middle of the area is very historic and most beautiful scenery in the future we will explore the area and describes the attraction of abundance.
Sunday, April 25, 2010
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