Toulouse, nicknamed the "Pink City" because of its famous terracotta bricks that tint its buildings a warm pink hue, is a dynamic metropolis in southwest France. Located on the banks of the Garonne River, Toulouse captivates with its unique architecture, particularly visible in its historic center, which combines medieval buildings, Renaissance monuments, and Romanesque gems like the Basilica of Saint-Sernin, a 12th-century masterpiece listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
With a history dating back to Roman times, Toulouse has long been a strategic commercial and industrial hub. Its location on the Garonne River fostered river trade and economic development in the region. During the Middle Ages, the city established itself as an important cultural, religious, and academic center, attracting artists, scholars, and merchants.
Today, Toulouse is also recognized worldwide as a pillar of aeronautics and aerospace. It is home to industry giants such as Airbus and the French National Center for Space Studies (CNES), making the city a major center for scientific and technological innovation in Europe.
In addition to its thriving industry, Toulouse offers an incomparable art of living, blending Southwestern traditions, refined gastronomy—with specialties like cassoulet—and a rich cultural life, including festivals, museums, and prestigious universities. This postcard illustrated by Lotza celebrates Toulouse in all its splendor, capturing the essence of a city where historical heritage and modernity harmoniously meet.
