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The Musee d'Aquitaine is a regional history museum and one of the largest in France. The museum houses a collection of objects documenting the history of Bordeaux and Aquitaine from 1715 to the present day. Permanent exhibitions include the tomb of the famous author and philosopher Michel de Montaigne; the Gironde vineyards and the wine they produce; Bordeaux Atlantic trade and slavery; and Bordeaux during the 19th century and the interwar period. Signature pieces in the collection include the Laussal Venus, a lifelike stone carving of a woman that is 27,000 years old, Gallic treasure unearthed in Tayac such as gold coins, metals, and a solid gold torc.

Musee d'Aquitaine, 20 Cours Pasteur, 33000 Bordeaux, France, Phone: +33-5-56-01-51-00

Musee d'Aquitaine
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