Tours is a town in central France, the administrative center of the department of Indre et Loire. It is situated on the Loire River and is a major tourist center in its valley. The first records of Tours in the historical annals date from the 3rd century. The town has a turbulent and history.

One of the important stories connected with Tours was recorded in 732, when the Battle of Poitiers was fought not far from Tours. This was a decisive battle by which the Muslims were defeated and driven out, never to return to these lands again. Tours was also briefly the capital of France, between 1871 and 1879.

Tours is an extremely beautiful city that offers many opportunities to explore the culture and history of France. Of interest to its visitors are the old part of Le Vieux Tour with its magnificent medieval houses, the cathedral, the museum of fine arts, the museum of local crafts, and the beautiful old French square of Place Plimerot.

The Cathedral of Tours is an incredibly beautiful and ornate Gothic building dating back to the 15th century. The imposing town hall, designed by Victor Laloux, who was born in this very town, also draws the eye. Tours are the starting point for many exciting walks along the Loire Valley.

Magnetic is this city of Tours. Apart from all its attractions, its 30 markets, one for each day of the month, add to its charm.

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