Les Treize Arches is an organization that is founded with a mission to promote cultural activities and artists. Here, you will find an interesting mix of events, there is no restriction on the art form, provided it enriches and enhances the quality of entertainment. Musicals, live music concerts, drama, dances, workshops, seminars and similar events are a regular feature here. Every season, it brings forth unique productions and creative endeavors. For more details, call ahead.
Saint-Amand-de-Coly has earned the epithet of being one of the most scenic communes of south western France, it's replete with natural beauty and sights like the Abbaye de Saint Amand de Coly add to its cultural riches. In the 12th Century, a religious disciple called Amand visited Dordogne, he propagated the message of Christ throughout the region and thus the abbey was born. A home to augustinienne monks, Abbaye de Saint Amand de Coly stood witness to several trying times and a tour of the sight is sure to give you valuable insights into its fascinating past. Abbaye de Saint Amand de Coly has an interesting fortified architecture and the surrounding woods are perfect for a short hike after a tour of the abbey.
Eglise De Curemonte is an ancient church in Curemonte. Built out of stones and surrounded by similar buildings, visiting this church is a tranquil experience in itself. Apart from that, Eglise De Curemonte also hosts cultural and community festivals every now and then.
The Eglise Abbatiale Sainte-Marie was one of the first churches to be built by the Benedictine Monks in Souillac. Built in true Romanesque style, this church is very historic and is visited by thousands of pilgrims, simply for its majestic beauty. Inside the church complex one can find several chapels all of which have iconic resemblance. The church today stands as a head missionary for the Parish of Souillac, making it an important landmark of sorts. The Eglise Abbatiale Sainte-Marie is also open to religious meets and cultural gatherings.
Set up in the year 2000, Musee du President Jacques Chirac is a one of a kind museum which houses gifts received by the President of the Republic during his time in office from 1995 to 2007. The nature and purpose of the numerous exhibits is to provide an overview of the ways of the modern world. This has been achieved through displays like gifts divided as per geopolitical areas, themed exhibits and presentations. There is also a bookshop and library here which provide deep insights about the life and times of the legendary president.