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FoixFoix is a small town and commune, the prfecture (capital) of the Arige dpartement in France. It lies south of Toulouse, close to the border with Spain and Andorra. Population (1999): 9,109. History The town of Foix probably owes its origin to an oratory founded by Charlemagne, which afterwards became an abbey. Sights The main historical feature is the Chteau of the Counts of Foix, which overlooks the old part of the town, with winding streets and old houses (illustration, right). It crowns an isolated rock with its three towers of the 12th, 14th and 15th centuries. The chief church, a Gothic building of the 14th century, is consecrated to St Volusien, an archbishop of Tours in the 5th century. Miscellaneous Foix was the birthplace of Charles de Freycinet (1828-1923), statesman and prime minister. See also External links
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