Luynes () is a

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in the

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in central

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The Castle of Luynes has been registered as a historic site since 1926. The construction started in the 13th century, and the building was redesigned in the 15th and 17th century. Luynes (France) Roman Aqueduct

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is visible as a series of piers, some still connected by arches, where it crosses a small valley between Luynes and

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