Sainte-Maure de Touraine
Sainte-Maure de Touraine[edit | edit source]
Sainte-Maure de Touraine is a commune in the Indre-et-Loire department in central France. It is located in the region of Centre-Val de Loire. The town is renowned for its goat cheese, known as Sainte-Maure de Touraine cheese.
History[edit | edit source]
The history of Sainte-Maure de Touraine dates back to the Middle Ages. The town was named after Saint Maurus, a disciple of Saint Benedict, who is said to have performed miracles in the area. The town was also a strategic location during the Hundred Years' War.
Geography[edit | edit source]
Sainte-Maure de Touraine is located in the Loire Valley, a region known for its historic towns, architecture, and wines. The town is surrounded by agricultural land, where goat farming and cheese production are significant industries.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Sainte-Maure de Touraine is largely based on agriculture, particularly goat farming and cheese production. The town is famous for its Sainte-Maure de Touraine cheese, a type of goat cheese that is protected by an AOC designation.
Culture[edit | edit source]
The culture of Sainte-Maure de Touraine is deeply rooted in its agricultural traditions. The town hosts an annual cheese festival, known as the Fête du Fromage, which celebrates the town's famous Sainte-Maure de Touraine cheese.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Communes of the Indre-et-Loire department
- Centre-Val de Loire
- Loire Valley
- Sainte-Maure de Touraine cheese
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