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Inscribed Stone

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Inscribed Stone

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  • Location: Saint-Geniez, Forcalquier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur, France

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    November 7, 2022

    Road cycling

    The road that will take you to the Written Stone. A stone carving that dates back to the 5th century.
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    May 28, 2024

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    This stone was engraved in the 6th century to recall the passage of Dadanus, a powerful man. This Christian, correspondent of Saint-Augustin and prefect of Gaul, had come to retire to Saint-Geniez to found a “City of God” in the valley.
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    May 16, 2026

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    A piece of ancient history awaits you here
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    Location: Saint-Geniez, Forcalquier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur, France

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