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Besançon
France, France
Besançon is the capital of the Doubs department and an important city in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of eastern France.
Located in a bend of the Doubs River near the Jura Mountains and the Swiss border, it has a population of about 118,000 residents and serves as the historic capital of Franche-Comté. The city is renowned for its rich history, which dates back to Roman times when it was known as Vesontio.
Its most famous landmark is the Citadel of Besançon, a major fortress designed by Vauban and now part of a UNESCO World Heritage site. Other notable attractions include Saint-Jean Cathedral, the Porte Noire Roman arch, and the Granvelle Palace. Besançon is also known as the historical center of French watchmaking and remains a hub for innovation in microtechnology, engineering, and research.
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25000 Besançon, France
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