Limoges is most commonly known for beautiful porcelain. However, the small Limoges pill or jewellery boxes that I grew up coveting were non-existent in the shops I visited. The real Limoges porcelein consists of plates, serving platters, teacups, saucers and almost any other item you would find on a dining room table. Fine china for Tiffany & Co., Ralph Lauren and hundreds of other companies are made in the porcelain factories of Limoges.
The city has a rich history and deeply French feel. I didn't hear English spoken, nor did I care to. The grand train station is impressive. While the rest of the town reminds you of an ordinary, real French small city where life exists without tourism, just the occasional visitors.
I happened upon this botanic garden near the museum of art. I loved the plant markings. Each plant had it's own botanical name label.
I found a few porcelain factory stores. One was attached to the factory. www.royal-limoges.fr. The prices were reasonable and I had only wished I was in need of any china. I envisioned a mother/daughter visit (perhaps a future one for me and mine) where selections could be made to begin a married life with beautiful dishes.
I would return to Limoges. I'd stay about 3 night and explore some of the outlying town and villages. Maybe do some hiking in the mountains. I have such positive memories from this solo travel adventure!
