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| ...that's the electrician behind me.... |
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| fab decor - tres chic |
Went to the market at Gramat which the guide book said 'must not be missed'. We beg to differ but probbaly because we have been here long enough now to know our way around farmers markets. It was very nice but nothing jumping of the page.... Decided to visit local underground caverns specifically Les Grottes de Lacave near Rocamadour in the Vallee de la Dordogne. First we had a great lunch at a newly opened restaurant that we had spotted the day before on the N140 near Gramat. It looked a funky chunky kind of place and it was! The Grill & Bar du Poulot is worth a visit for its cool decor and slightly eccentric owners, Declan an Irish chef and his French partner Oli - both eager to secure their place on the gastro map. They have just opened and were having slight problems with the electrics - hence BBQ order of the day - and very tasty too. A great couple of guys and we wish them well.
Then onto the caves for a two hour romp underground with a bunch of French Saga-ites and a guide who kindly decided to speak LOUDLY and slowwwwly for the 'englanders' so that all the saga-ites turned and looked at us to see if we understood - oui oui!! - I was mortified. These pics are nicked off internet as mine do not justify the awesome beauty of this place....
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One of many amazing stalagtites
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| reflections.... |
We were drenched in rain throughout the day but hey the forecast for tomorrow is better!
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