Issued in 1991 by the French postal administration (La Poste), this 2.50 franc stamp celebrates the historic city of Perpignan, located near the Pyrenees and the Mediterranean coast. The design by Pierre Goffin beautifully combines architectural and maritime imagery, featuring the Palace of the Kings of Majorca in striking red tones, the Cathedral of Saint-Jean-Baptiste, and a ship symbolizing the city’s coastal heritage. The background includes the snow-capped Canigou mountain, emblematic of the region’s Catalan identity. This issue highlights Perpignan’s blend of medieval and maritime history within southern France’s cultural landscape.