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A charming and historic city with over a thousand years written into its fairy-tale church spires, ancient castles and beautiful bridges.

From its architecture to its industry and sporting events, this is a city of fascinating contrasts just an hour by train from London. 

Although it’s not the Auvergne region’s highest summit, this dormant lava dome is its most iconic. Join the thousands of hikers who visit every year.

Explore a charming Italian town with an impressive Romanesque Gothic cathedral, elegant palaces, underground Roman pools and delicious local food.

Walk the streets of this charming town and soak up its history, architecture and culture before heading out into the nearby countryside.

Walk in the footsteps of Rimini’s Roman ancestors when you visit this ancient and beautiful bridge.

This museum has an eclectic collection of the china cups and pots that served as containers for the Victorians’ most cherished beverage and pastime: tea.

See the swans glide by under weeping willows and relax with a picnic in the park while taking in the pristine beauty of the source of the Clitunno River in Umbria.

Build your courage for the many carnival rides on the People’s Pier and explore the sights backing onto this beach.

The historical purpose of Ancona’s pentagonal building is as interesting as its architecture. It originally served as a quarantine station for contagious visitors. 

Whether you’re catching a train or not, be sure to visit this “secular cathedral,” an early 20th-century icon that sits on a hill north of Old Town Limoges.

With an opulence worthy of the former monarchs buried inside, this 15th-century chapel is the go-to spot for royal ceremonies and weddings.

Experience the charms of a bygone era while visiting the churches, palaces and fort that decorate this ancient hilltop settlement. 

Explore the crumbling remains and towering gatehouse of this once mighty 14th-century castle, which was an integral part of the English Civil War. 

This culturally rich university town in France’s Auvergne region is set amid beautiful landscape, surrounded by volcanoes including the famous Puy-de-Dôme.

From its architecture to its industry and sporting events, this is a city of fascinating contrasts just an hour by train from London. 

Build your courage for the many carnival rides on the People’s Pier and explore the sights backing onto this beach.

Famed for the panoramic views from its soaring clock tower, this ancient religious landmark is also home to a series of striking medieval graves. 

Containing parts of Limousin history from Roman times to the present, this magnificent Gothic house of worship is an important part of the skyline of Limoges.

Follow the world’s billionaires to the French Mediterranean’s eastern coast, which features lavish resort towns, remote island beaches and beautiful sea views.

The historical purpose of Ancona’s pentagonal building is as interesting as its architecture. It originally served as a quarantine station for contagious visitors. 

The one-time capital of the Duchy of Auvergne, Riom\'s center features historic architecture, centuries-old churches, and a Renaissance clock tower.