Cognac, a French city opened to the world
Before naming a very famous spirit, Cognac is a city situated in the South West of France. It’s the Charente’s second biggest city. The cradle of cognac is promoting the activities around the city’s historical heritage. A trading city Cognac is mainly known for its spirit. Yet it isn’t the only town’s asset. Cognac has a lot to offer with a heritage that goes far beyond the spirit. The city history goes back to the Middle Age with the salt trade. At that time, people living in Cognac sailed back up the Charente to supply the city with salt. This industry has lasted for five centuries. Cognac port has allowed the city to develop its activity even before the