Located in the south of France at the foot of the Pyrenees, the Languedoc-Roussillon region is bordered by the upper Garonne River, the Auvergne Mountains, the Rh ne and the Mediterranean Sea. A notable wine-growing region of France, Languedoc-Roussillon mixes the ancient with the modern, its landscape dotted with fashionable seaside resorts, medieval villages and contemporary cities. The Catalan influence is strong in this part of France and is apparent in the local cuisine and culture.
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