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Pays De La Loire was named by the geographical

references. ‘Pays’ means ‘land,’ ‘de La Loire’ means ‘of the Loire

River.’

Pays De La Loire is a region of western France. It has an area of 32,082 km

sq and a population of 3,222,061. The

capital of La Loire is Nantes. The Loire River cuts through

the region from east to west.

The La Loire River is the longest river in

France. It is 630 miles and the last wild river in

all of Europe. It represents more than a

fifth of France’s land area.

Pays De La Loire is known for its wine, castles and

amazing gardens.

La Loire is known as the “Garden of France.” It was the

favorite residence for the kings of France during the

Renaissance period. This river valley has many famous chateaux, including the

Chateaux d’ Amboise, Chateau de Villandry and Chenonceau.

La Loire is home to 100 castles in total. Today these castles

serve as private homes, bed and

breakfasts, and major tourist sites.

The Loire valley is world famous for there wine and vineyards. It is

France’s third largest wine region. Many tourist come to visit the

hundreds of vineyards for tasting tours.

La Loire has many small farms. They raise cattle, pigs, and make dairy products. It’s Atlantic coast is a site of fishing and shipping

ports. Ducks are also raised in this area.

La Loire is the third most popular visiting spot in France behind Paris

and the Riviera.

This region is separated into five departments. Two are coastal and three are inland.

The Loire Atlantique (44) and the Vendée (85)

The Mayenne (53), the Sarthe (72) and the Maine et Loire (49).