<h1 class="ChapterName">Massif Central </h1>
<p>Many claustrophobic travelers escape from Paris to the coastal regions of Provence and the Riviera only to find that the rest
of Paris has done the same. But the few who slip away to the Massif Central, in the very heart of the country, find unadulterated
beauty. The area plays host to a forested chain of extinct volcanoes—a beautiful and mystical landscape. The Auvergne’s countryside
and wealth of outdoor adventures more than compensate for its tame nightlife. The towering Puy-de-Dôme offers prime views of the volcanic park, though the real hiking and skiing mecca is Le Mont-Dore , nestled in the shadow of a string of dormant volcanoes. The Massif’s varied terrain also caters to less adventurous travelers;
in Le Puy-en-Velay , pumice-paved streets wind among Renaissance houses. The real draw for those seeking refuge are the mineral waters of Le
Mont-Dore and Vichy , better known as France’s capital under Nazi occupation. Known for their healing powers, the waters and spas of these cities
attract both <em>curistes </em> (those who believe in the healing powers of the springs) and the curious. Whether you come seeking relaxation or recreation,
the Massif Central is sure to deliver.
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<h4>Highlights Of The Massif Central</h4>
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<li><span class="Highlights-Run-in">Climb</span> to the top of Le Mont-Dore’s Puy de Sancy for a 360° view.
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<li><span class="Highlights-Run-in">Feel</span> a little bit closer to heaven at the chapel of St-Michel d’Aiguille .
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<li><span class="Highlights-Run-in">Get Inspired</span> at Clermont-Ferrand’s Cathédrale Notre-Dame de l’Assomption , where 13th-century workers used volcanic rock to build the sky-high spire.
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