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The fortified city of Carcassonne

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The fortified city of Carcassonne

The City of Carcassonne, an exceptional example of a fortified medieval city, ...played a role of primary importance in the history of the Languedoc region and the south of France.
The Way of Saint James in France

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The Way of Saint James in France

In order to reach Spain, pilgrims travelling to Santiago de Compostela can ...choose from one of four routes that run through France. Many monuments have been built along these historical roads to welcome the pilgrims.
The Canal du Midi

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The Canal du Midi

Built under the reign of Louis XIV between 1666 and 1681, the Canal du Midi is ...home to 328 structures (locks, aqueducts, tunnels, bridges, etc.) and constitutes a major example of hydraulic engineering of the modern age. Its creator successfully combined technical prowess with a concern for architectural and landscape aesthetics.