The French city of Carcassonne is where ancient walls whisper tales of the past as local delicacies tickle your taste buds and sublime artworks illuminate your soul. It boasts two treasured monuments listed by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites: the Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne, a 2,000-year-old medieval castle, and the Canal du Midi, which connects the Atlantic Ocean with the Mediterranean Sea. Come, immerse yourself in the city's enchanting medieval atmosphere!

(Photos via CFP and local authorities)