Comic books define the cultural identity of Angouleme. The Festival International de la Bande Dessinee, held each January, is the largest comic arts event in Europe and awards the Grand Prix, the field's most prestigious recognition. Murals by comic artists cover walls throughout the upper town. About 49,000 people live in this Charente department capital on a promontory above the Charente river.
The Romanesque Cathedral of Saint-Pierre, with its sculpted western facade depicting the Last Judgement, dominates the hilltop. Remnants of the medieval ramparts now serve as a promenade with views across the Charente valley. The paper industry, established along the river in the 16th century, supplied mills for centuries before declining in the modern era.
The Cite internationale de la bande dessinee et de l'image, housed in a converted brewery and an Art Nouveau building, holds a permanent collection of original comic art. Hotels in Angouleme are used for companion meetings. Providers serving the Charente department are listed in our directory. Escortservice.com does not arrange or provide services. Visitors must be at least 18.
Comic books define the cultural identity of Angouleme. The Festival International de la Bande Dessinee, held each January, is the largest comic arts event in Europe and awards the Grand Prix, the field's most prestigious recognition. Murals by comic artists cover walls throughout the upper town. About 49,000 people live in this Charente department capital on a promontory above the Charente river.
The Romanesque Cathedral of Saint-Pierre, with its sculpted western facade depicting the Last Judgement, dominates the hilltop. Remnants of the medieval ramparts now serve as a promenade with views across the Charente valley. The paper industry, established along the river in the 16th century, supplied mills for centuries before declining in the modern era.
The Cite internationale de la bande dessinee et de l'image, housed in a converted brewery and an Art Nouveau building, holds a permanent collection of original comic art. Hotels in Angouleme are used for companion meetings. Providers serving the Charente department are listed in our directory. Escortservice.com does not arrange or provide services. Visitors must be at least 18.
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