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The image shows a large, mechanical spider sculpture with glowing red eyes and riders seated on its back, situated indoors within a structure featuring concrete pillars, glass roofing, and hanging greenery, surrounded by spectators.

Nantes, Pays de la Loire

Les Machines de l'île

Steampunk mechanical animals in a former shipyard
A wide river scene under a clear blue sky featuring a prominent yellow crane on a small island or peninsula, with modern buildings and other cranes visible in the background.

Nantes, Pays de la Loire

Île de Nantes

Île de Nantes: urban island with contemporary architecture
The image shows the interior of a grand, ornate 19th-century shopping arcade with a glass roof, elaborate plasterwork, and Christmas decorations including garlands and red coral-like ornaments; visible signage includes “RÊVES DE POMMES” and “HERMÈ

Nantes, Pays de la Loire

Passage Pommeraye

1843 glass-domed commercial passage with Renaissance scul...

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A large, ornate bronze fountain with multiple sculpted figures and a central statue on top, situated in a paved public square in front of a multi-story neoclassical building with uniform windows and balconies; people are seated at outdoor cafes ne

Nantes, Pays de la Loire

Place Royale

Neoclassical square with 1865 Loire fountain

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A low-angle outdoor shot of the rear and side of the Grand Éléphant mechanical sculpture in Nantes, showing its massive wooden body, large black tires, metal framework, and a security guard wearing a jacket labeled "SÉCURITÉ PRIVÉE LYNX ASSISTANCE

Nantes, Pays de la Loire

La Machine de l'Île - The Grand Éléphant

12m mechanical elephant ride in Nantes

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