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and Republican<\/strong> eras, remains a captivating destination<\/strong>.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Vichy<\/strong>, with its thermal history<\/strong> marked by the Roman<\/strong>, Imperial<\/strong>.. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Located at the eastern end of the Limagne<\/em> plain, on the eastern banks of the bucolic Allier<\/em> river, Vichy is a city whose history and heritage are closely linked to the volcanism of the Cha\u00eene des Puys<\/em>. <\/strong><\/p>\n

This geological feature has provided Vichy with many thermal springs, transforming the city into a popular holiday resort since the Second Empire<\/em> of Napoleon IIIrd. <\/strong><\/p>\n

Today, Vichy is known for its picturesque walks and architectural treasures, particularly emanating from its numerous Art Deco <\/em>and Art Nouveau <\/em>facades. <\/strong>Indeed, in this famous spa<\/em> town, you may find a veritable open-air museum for architecture lovers.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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There, you could admire a wide collection of architectural styles ranging from the mid-19th century to Art Nouveau<\/em> and Art Deco<\/em>. Visitors can discover magnificent villas, sumptuous thermal baths, the opera house and the old casino, each testifying to the stylistic evolution of the city over the decades. <\/strong>By AP<\/em><\/p>\n