Callian, Hilltop commune in Var department, France
Callian sits perched at 295 meters elevation on a hill providing sweeping panoramic views across the surrounding Provençal countryside and distant mountains.
The village retains remnants of its medieval castle that was remodeled during the Renaissance period, reflecting its strategic importance throughout centuries of regional history.
Traditional Provençal stone architecture with terracotta tile roofs lines the narrow cobblestone streets that wind through Callian's historic center and residential areas.
Located within the canton of Fayence and arrondissement of Draguignan, Callian uses postal code 83440 and INSEE code 83029 for administrative purposes.
Catherine Dior, sister of fashion designer Christian Dior, lived in Callian where she cultivated flowers for perfumes and participated in French Resistance activities.
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