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Dijon is the capital of the Burgogne region located in the east of France and the historical capital of the Burgundy Province. Its today's population amounts to more than 200,000 inhabitants in the agglomeration. The city has been through a number of major historical events and abounds in historic sights.
This is one of the few European cities that have not suffered much from the hazards of wartime. Its old-time architecture is well intact. About 97 ha of its space is occupied by national monuments. There is hardly a better place to visit for old-style architecture fanciers, since it's most outstanding and fascinating buildings include the famous Saint Benign Cathedral, the Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy and the Estate of Rameau and Bossuet (Gustave Eiffel's birthplace).
Read further about Dijon in our City Guide ...