Castelculier
Castelculier is a commune in the Lot-et-Garonne department in south-western France.
History
The name of the village comes from the medieval fortress known as Chasteau Cullier. This castle was destroyed by the Bernard de [Nogaret de La Valette d'Épernon|duke of Épernon] in 1633 by order of Louis XIII, king of France.Geography
The Séoune forms most of the commune's south-eastern border.Administration
List of mayors since 1791 :The town hall is located in the village of Grandfonds.
Lordship of Castelculier
List of the lords of CastelculierMain sights
- Church of Saint-Amans
Personalities
- Jean [Florimond Boudon de Saint-Amans]
- Jean-Baptiste Alexandre Damaze de Chaudordy, French diplomat