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493 Aerial photos
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The Cycladic Island of Syros is located 78 nm South-East of Athens. In Byzantine times it became part of the Aegean Empire. Later is was ruled by the Venetians. Notwithstanding their changing rulers the inhabitants of Syros never gave up their Greek language.
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Picture taken 29.4.2006 -
aerial photo #0007-0447
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The Renaissance Palace Chambord was built by King Francois I. It was used as hunting palace and for
large receiptions.
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Picture taken 12.8.2006 -
aerial photo #0009-0097
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