Tours
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Tours is the largest city in the Centre-Val de Loire region of France and serves as the prefecture of the Indre-et-Loire department. Founded as Caesarodunum by Emperor Augustus, it is famous for its Roman amphitheater and its historical role as a royal capital under the Valois kings. The city is recognized for its UNESCO-registered historic center and its rich culinary heritage.
Statistics
Area
34.67 km²
Population
139,259