Limoges


 
 
Limoges

Limoges (Lim?tges in Occitan) is a city and commune in France, the pr?fecture of the Haute-Vienne d?partement, and the administrative capital of the Limousin r?gion. Population city : 137,502 (limougeauds), urban area: 247,944.

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Limoges is known worldwide for its medieval enamels ('Limoges enamels') on copper, for its 19th century porcelain ('Limoges porcelain') and for its oak barrels (Limousin oak), which are used for Cognac production.

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Aupetit a Priest of Limoges France is Tortured Until He Confesses That He Has Attended a Sabbat
Aupetit a Priest of Limoges France is Tortured Until He Confesses That He Has Attended a Sabbat

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