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HISTORY AND HERITAGE
ANGOULEME AND THE AREA, City and land of art and history
From prehistoric times to the 20th century, the Angoumois region has been full of stunning architecture, which bears witness to the great artistic creativity of the area over the years.
Via Patrimoine manages the “villes et pays d’art et d’histoire” (Art and History Towns and Regions) label, bringing together 150 local districts in the Charente, all of which are seeking to develop their heritage. http://www.via-patrimoine.com/