** The initial idea **
Several years ago, my sister moved to the south western corner of France, to escape the rat race of life in the south western corner of London. She was nearing retirement, and her husband had had a major health scare, so the time was ripe for this move. I had only ... Read review
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** The initial idea **
Several years ago, my sister moved to the south western corner of France, to escape the rat race of life in the south western corner of London. She was nearing retirement, and her husband had had a major health scare, so the time was ripe for this move. I had only visited her once in France, and so it was time for me to travel down there to spend some time with her in her new life.
The area is in the Midi Pyrenees, historically ... ...but is now called Lot. It is an unspoilt area, with mountains and rivers, most notably The Dordoyne. Having said that, though, it has a huge history, including the Hundred Years War, plus various religious wars, which have left their mark on the area. If you like castles, then this is the place to go!
** Preparing for the journey **
Having decided to go there, there is the small fact that I have little experience of driving in France, as I have ...
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