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UNESCO Honors Normandy & Languedoc Castles | France News
UNESCO just gave two iconic French sites global heritage status: the D-Day beaches of Normandy and the Royal Fortresses of Languedoc. After nearly two decades, the Normandy landing zones—Utah, Omaha, Gold, Juno, Sword, and Pointe du Hoc—are now officially recognized for their role in liberating Western Europe from Nazi control. Meanwhile, southern France’s medieval strongholds—including Carcassonne—are rebranded as royal fortresses, sparking debate over whether this shifts focus from their Cathar roots. Both designations aim to safeguard these landmarks for future generations, with hopes that…
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