Toulouse is a city in the south of France, located on the banks of the Garonne River.
It is the fourth largest city in the country and is known as the "Pink City" due to the pink brick architecture found in many of its historic buildings.
Toulouse is an important cultural and economic center, as well as a vibrant university city.
To get to Toulouse, you can take a direct flight from many European cities or take a train from Paris or other major French cities.
It can also be reached by car from other cities in the south of France or from Spain.
Among the most popular tourist attractions in Toulouse are the Basilica of Saint-Sernin, the Capitol, the Toulouse Cathedral, the Museum of the Augustinians, the Japanese Garden, the City of Space, the Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art of Toulouse- Les Abattoirs and the Canal du Midi.
There are also many other museums, art galleries, parks and gardens, theaters and other places of interest.
Toulouse is known for its southwestern French cuisine, including dishes such as cassoulet, foie gras, duck confit, and wines from the Languedoc-Roussillon region.
There are also many restaurants, cafes and bars offering a wide variety of eating and drinking options.
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See also information on Paris.