Delsberg Valley
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The Delsberg Valley, also known as the Delémont Valley, is a region in northwestern Switzerland. It is situated at the confluence of the Sorne and Birse rivers. Delémont, the capital of the Jura canton, is located in this valley. Historically, the area was annexed by the prince-bishops of Basel in the 11th century and later became part of France before being given to Bern in 1815. Delémont became the capital of the newly formed Jura canton in 1979. The region is primarily French-speaking and Roman Catholic, with industries including watchmaking and precision instruments.1
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