Citadel of Doullens (Doullens)

France / Picardie / Gezaincourt / Doullens
 citadel, fortress, interesting place, star fort

French king François I began construction of the citadel in about 1525 to help secure the border of the kingdom. The fortress was modernized in the 17th century and at times served as a state prison.
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Coordinates:   50°9'4"N   2°20'4"E
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