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The secrets of Mont-Saint-Michel

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Jana Oertel
July 5, 2023

Resembling something out of a film set, Mont-Saint-Michel and its abbey have drawn pilgrims and tourists for centuries. The tidal island and its bay are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, full of mystery.

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