Limoges, city, central France, capital of Haute-Vienne Department, on the Vienne River. Since the late 18th century it has been famous for its fine porcelain, made from nearby deposits of kaolin. Leather goods and textiles also are produced. Points of interest include a cathedral (begun 13th century) and a museum of ceramics. The University of Limoges (1808) is here.
An ancient community, important in Roman times, Limoges became the seat of the viscounty of Limousin in the 12th century. In the late 16th century, after a long period of destruction by war, plague, and famine, it was made the capital of Limousin Province. Population (1999) 133,968.Microsoft® Encarta® Online Encyclopedia 2001
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