Many myths and legends surround the origins of the name Carcassonne and your visit to this medieval city would be incomplete without exploring the most common myth which involves Lady Carcas. Modern historians believe that Lady Carcas is a fictional character, but legend has it that she was the widow of one of the Saracen’s chiefs back in the 12th century. It is believed that when the citadel was attacked by Charlemagne, Lady Carcas came up with an ingenious ploy to fool the enemy into thinking that they would be outnumbered by the many knights inside the walled city. The best way to learn all the details would be to join a guided tour which includes the Lady Carcas statue at the famous city drawbridge.

Lady Carcas Statue, 11000 Carcassonne, France

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