The impressive Citadelle (Citadel) walls by Vauban in Doullens, Somme, Picardy, northern France.

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"the Citadelle, built by Vauban, which has often served as a state prison, and later, a reformatory for girls. When Victor Hugo saw the Citadel in August 1837, the famous writer said, "I don't like citadels!"" Wikipedia

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Location: Doullens, Somme, Picardy, northern France
Photo credit: © Maurice Savage / Alamy / Afripics
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