Hidden Clermont-Ferrand: The Oil Pit of Poix
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The Oil Pit of Poix is natural wonder of Hidden Clermont-Ferrand, a marshy pond composed of bitumen, salt water, and other hydrocarbons.
5 Ways to Experience the “Wild West” in Auvergne
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Ruggedly beautiful, Auvergne shares many similarities with the American West. Here are five ways to experience the Wild West in Auvergne.