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Aix, or, to distinguish it from other cities built over hot springs, Aix-en-Provence is a city in southern France, some 30 km north of Marseille. It is located in the Provence region, in the Bouches-du-Rhone departement, of which it is a sous-prefecture. Aix's population is approximately 137,000.


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Aix is at the center of one of France's most important tourist regions. In the heart of Provence, Aix is a wonderful starting-point for visits to places of interest, all within an hour's drive.
Country

France

City

Aix En Provence

Area

186.08 km?

Population

(1999) 134,222
Density - (1999) 721/km?

Time zone

GMT+1


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Aix-en-Provence, France
2006.07.13
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