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Impressive 6-storey belfry built in the 13th century and whose framework dates from 1490. It is part of the second enclosure of the town of Dun sur Auron and allowed control of the entire Auron valley, and in particular the important Galloway. -Roman which led from Bourges to Lyon, until a third enclosure was built. The town's clock tower was installed there at the beginning of the 15th century.

The Bruère-Allichamps column is a Roman landmark dating from the 3rd century. This ancient stone, reused as a sarcophagus in the Middle Ages, would mark the geographical center of France, according to the calculations of the 19th century geographer Adolphe Joanne. The column is located in the village of Bruère-Allichamps, at the intersection of two roads, and is surrounded by a small park with a picnic area. You can also enjoy the view of the Cher valley from the nearby hill, where you will find an orchard and a panoramic viewpoint.

By visiting the Dun sur Auron Castle Ramparts, you can admire the beautifully preserved ancient ramparts that surround the charming village of Dun sur Auron, offering a journey back in time. As you explore the cobbled streets, you'll discover well-preserved medieval architecture, including half-timbered houses and historic monuments. The extensive views from the ramparts themselves are a highlight, as they offer breathtaking panoramas of the surrounding countryside. Don't miss the opportunity to stroll along these ramparts and immerse yourself in the rich history and timeless beauty of this hidden gem, where the past comes to life amidst a picturesque French landscape.

City wall of the ancient town of Dun, built in the early 13th century

This milestone indicated the 3 directions of the Roman road: Avaricum - Aquae Neris - Mediolanum Castrum (Bourges - Néris les Bains - Châteaumeillant). Before arriving at its current location, it traveled well: at the fall of the Roman Empire, the Visigoths took her to the Roman cemetery of Allichamps where it was transformed into a sarcophagus. It was discovered by the prior Pajonnet in the middle of the 18th century and, after many adventures, it was installed in its current location (on the RD 2144), that is to say 200 m from its original location. The milestone is classified as a historic monument in 1909

The Château de Meillant is a medieval fortified castle, partially rebuilt after the Hundred Years War in a flamboyant Gothic style evolving up to the Louis XII style. The building is located in Meillant in the Cher department, in the Center region.