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 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