Cathar castles

Cathar Castles refer to a series of fortresses built by the Cathar community in the Languedoc region of southern France during the 12th and 13th centuries. The Cathars were a religious group that opposed the established Catholic Church, leading to the Albigensian Crusade aimed at eradicating them. These castles, such as Carcassonne and Montségur, served as strongholds against both military and religious persecution. They are renowned for their strategic locations and impressive architecture, reflecting the turbulent history of the era, and today, they are significant cultural landmarks and symbols of resilience.