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through it…
Nantes is a big old French city that occupies
land along the Loire River in the west of the
country. One of the major hubs in the historic
province of Brittany, and the ancient Duchy of
Brittany, it’s easily accessible to us Brits. Just
a short hop over the Channel by ferry before
booting it on to the final destination.
Time Magazine voted Nantes as ‘the most liveable city in Europe’ in
2004 and it’s noted for its innovation across multiple economic
sectors and cosmopolitan personality. As with any French
metropolis, there’s an abundance of hustle and bustle and visitors
can while away the hours observing all the busy goings on.
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Photos: Pierre Bouras
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