Cajarc, Commune in Lot department, France
Cajarc spans 25.1 square kilometers in the Lot valley, with elevations ranging from 140 to 394 meters, featuring limestone plateaus and traditional stone architecture characteristic of the Quercy region.
The medieval village of Cajarc maintains its historical significance as a strategic point along ancient trade routes, preserving centuries-old stone buildings and narrow streets from its commercial past.
The commune hosts the annual Africajarc festival during the last week of July, celebrating contemporary African music and culture while attracting artists and visitors from across France.
Located under postal code 46160, Cajarc has 1,134 residents and offers tourist facilities including accommodations, restaurants, and visitor centers for exploring the surrounding limestone countryside.
Cajarc is the birthplace of renowned novelist Françoise Sagan, born here in 1935 as Françoise Quoirez, who became one of France's most celebrated literary figures of the 20th century.
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