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For the endangered breed of draught horse, see Nivernais horse.
Nivernais
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Coat of armsCountry France Time zone CET Nivernais (French pronunciation: [nivɛʁnɛ]) is former province of France, around the city of Nevers and the département of Nièvre.
The raw climate and soils cause the area to be heavily wooded.
References
- Chamber's Encyclopedia Volume 10 page 50
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