This is one of the gates of the walled town of Aigues-Mortes in the Camargue. I have posted other pictures of the walls and ramparts of this beautiful medieval town.
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Aigues-Mortes - City Gate
This is one of the gates of the walled town of Aigues-Mortes in the Camargue. I have posted other pictures of the walls and ramparts of this beautiful medieval town.
Aigues-Mortes Outside Walls
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Aigues-Mortes is translated from the Occitan language as Dead Water. It has its fortifications origins in the 13th century and at least two Crusades were launched from this seaside town in the Camargue. This is the main entrance to the town.
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