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For a long period in the past, Moulins was the residence of the dukes of Bourbon. The 15th century was the Golden Age of the town. The dukes used to invite famous artists to the town. |
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In Souvigny stands the cradle of the Maison de Bourbon, which has a remarkable heritage, both because of its links with the powerful Cluny abbey and the presence of the Dukes of Bourbon.
In 1993 this old Bourbon capital was elected ‘Grand site régional d'Auvergne’ due to its architectural riches. In 2003 the town was then labelled ‘Grand sanctuaire roman d'Auvergne’ which ensured the restoration of the old priory church. |
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Saint Pourçain in an old wine-producing town. It houses a museum dedicated to wine, with a large winepress from the 17th century. It is one of the oldest wine-producing towns in France. The Phoenicians grew grapes and produced wine in this area as early as 1100 BC. A wine festival is held each year, in the third week of August. |
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Vichy is, with only 28,000 inhabitants, the second largest town in the Allier department and it is renowned for several reasons. Firstly, Vichy is known all over the world for its thermal baths and cosmetic products. The town has several thermal baths and a lifestyle that is much appreciated by its visitors. Napoleon III was seduced by the town's charm and ordered the construction of an opera house - close to the conference centre – as well as hotels and luxurious villas on the banks of the Allier. |
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