Curated category
Populated coastal places in France
- Brest, FranceThe Penfeld river cuts through the slopes of two hills, dividing Brest into distinct parts. The left bank holds what locals call Brest proper, while the…
- Rochefort, Charente-MaritimeIn December 1665, Jean-Baptiste Colbert chose a quiet spot on the Charente river to build a new naval base. He needed a place of refuge and supply for the…