Aiglun, Municipality in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, France
Aiglun is a small municipality in the Alpes-de-Haute-Provence in southern France. The village sits between 507 and 900 meters above sea level across roughly 1,489 hectares (3,680 acres).
The area was inhabited in ancient times as part of the Roman stronghold Dignensis. The Bodiontici people lived in the Bléone valley and shaped the early development of the region.
The Church of Saint Mary Magdalene sits at the heart of the village and shows the religious history of the area. Its interior holds artwork from the 17th century that tells of local faith and devotion.
The village offers basic services and facilities for daily needs. Visitors will find administrative offices and local businesses here, with the location in the higher elevations making it a good base for exploring the surrounding landscape.
The area lies within the protection zone of the Geological Nature Reserve of Haute-Provence. This designation honors the special rock formations and landscape features that surround the village.
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