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Fortified Aiguesmortes Marks Medieval Coastal Heritage
In a marshy Rhone delta town, Aiguesmortes in France preserves medieval fortifications with five foot thick walls and towers. Founded by Louis IX, it served Crusades departures in 1248 and 1270. Today fishing and soda manufacture drive its economy, with vineyards kept healthy by periodic submersion. The walls and moat attract tourists visiting this historic city planning exemplar.
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