Châlus
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Châlus is a small village and commune in the Haute-Vienne département of France, in the Limousin région. Population (1999): 1,759.
[edit] History
Chalus' claim to fame is that Richard I of England was killed here by a crossbow bolt, shot by one Pierre Basile while besieging the castle in 1199.
[edit] Sights
Châlus has a ruined castle (now named Château de Chalus-Chabrol).
Richard's bowels are still preserved in the chapel, and there is a medieval garden. Other attractions of the village include a museum dedicated to the chestnut.
[edit] External links
- Town council website (in French)
- Tourism office website (in French)
- About the Chateau (in French)
