'''Charente'''[http://www.visitcharente.com/] is a departement in the Poitou-Charentes region of western France.
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Angouleme is a 19th century city with a medieval heart preserved behind ramparts.
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Cognac is a small medieval town, birthplace of Francois 1st as well as the famous brandy which bears its name.
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The Charente is navigable from Angouleme to the sea. Boats can be rented without a license.
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