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department, France
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Allier is a department in the Auvergne region of France, located in the Massif Central. It is characterized by its diverse geography, ranging from the northern Paris Basin to the uplands of the Massif Central. The Allier River, a significant waterway in the region, flows through deep gorges and plains before joining the Loire River. Historically, the area was part of the powerful Arverni confederation and later became a duchy before being annexed to the French crown. Today, Allier is part of the larger Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes administrative region.12

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