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Cher
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A department of rivers and hills, Cher is also home to Sologne and its distinctive landscapes. It also features historical sites such as Noirlac Abbey, the historic center of Bourges, and Apremont-sur-Allier, one of the "most beautiful villages in France".
Overview
Key Facts
- Type of place: department.
- Location:
- Department code: 18.
- Bordering departments:
- Prefecture: Bourges.
- Sub-prefectures: Saint-Amand-Montrond, Vierzon.
- Number of municipalities: 290.
- Population: 310,270 inhabitants (2014).
- Area: 7,235 km².
- Density: 43 inhabitants/km².
- Highest point: Le Magnoux (504 m).
- Lowest point: 89 m.
- Coastline: 0 km; no maritime access.
- Highlights (out of ): Nature ; Culture ; Relaxation-holidays /
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A department of rivers and hills, Cher is also home to Sologne and its distinctive landscapes. It also features historical sites such as Noirlac Abbey, the historic center of Bourges, and Apremont-sur-Allier, one of the "most beautiful villages in France".