Angoulême - French Capital of cartoons and comics • All PYRENEES · France, Spain, Andorra. Angoulême is a town in southwestern France, prefecture of the Charente department, in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. Located on a plateau overlooking a meander of the Charente River, the city is nicknamed “Balcony of the Southwest”. Former capital of Angoumois under the Ancien Régime, Angoulême has long been a coveted stronghold because of its position as a crossroads of important communication routes and has suffered many sieges. From its tumultuous past, the city, perched on its rocky outcrop and recognized as a city of art and history, has inherited a remarkable historical, religious and urban heritage that attracts many visitors and tourists.
In 1983 the Regional School of Fine Arts in Angoulême (EESI) was created with the first cartoon section in France. Angoulême is home to the International City of Cartoons and Images which registers all the comics published in France. TOP 5 places must visit A first cathedral was built during the fourth century, dedicated to Saint Saturnin. Museums.