Tourism in Charente-Maritime

Due to its climatic advantages, the tourism industry in this province is particularly developed. The development of tourism is also related to the rich architectural resources of the province, which has led to the development of a variety of monuments based on Roman architecture. There are also many ruins from the Gallo-Roman period here.

The history of Charente-Maritime began around 50 BC, with the conquest of the entire territory of Gaul by the army of Caesar the Great and his entry into western Europe. The city of Saintes in the province was once the old capital of the Gallic province of Aquitaine, and many Gallo-Roman historical relics still remain in the city. In 1152, Aliénor of Archidenna married Henri Plantagenêt, the then King of England. This political marriage made Charente-Maritime a British possession. British control of the area lasted for nearly 300 years.

The famous tourist attractions in Charente-Maritime include

Boya Prison built in the Atlantic Ocean

Lappe in the small town of Brouage Fortress (le Fort de la Prée)

Ile de Ré (l'Ile de Ré), famous for its salt production

The city of Saintes (Saintes) Ancient Rome during the Gallo-Roman period Public baths, ancient temples, ancient aqueducts and the ancient Roman Arena

The famous twin towers of the provincial capital La Rochelle - the Tower of Saint Nicholas and the Tower of Chains

< p>Centre International de la Mer (Centre International de la Mer) located in Rochefort, south of La Rochelle