A town in France called Condom

A condom is generally known to be what it is: a protective covering worn by people to prevent STDs, unwanted pregnancy, otherwise, a contraceptive, and some other reasons but not many people know that there is actually a town in France called Condom.

Condom is a town on the Via Podiensis which is one of the three major French arms of the pilgrimage route, the way of St James. Interestingly, the town is situated on the river Baise and baise is a French vulgarism for a sexual act. More interesting is the fact that the name of the town has nothing to do with the contraceptive as condom in French is ''preservartif''.

The town of Condom boasts of  two castles, both started in the 13th century, a cathedral and various monuments. The town is also known for the production of Armagnac; an international music festival, an international chess tournament and an international chess marathon.

You can include this small but interesting town on your next list of tourist destinations and while you're there, pay a visit to the Condom cathedral and say hello to the Mayor of Condom and the Bishop of Condom.