The French city of Carcassonne is where ancient walls whisper tales of the past, local delicacies tickle your taste buds and sublime artwork illuminates 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. Check out the welcome message from Gérard Larrat, the mayor of Carcassonne.