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Chamonix
Chamonix is a resort in the Haute-Savoie region of France, bordering Italy, at the foot of Mont Blanc. It's regarded as the birthplace of mountaineering and as one of its capitals.
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Currency
Euro (EUR)- Language
- French
Language
French - Time zones
UTC+1
UTC+1 (UTC+2 in summer)- Power plugs
- Type C/E
Power plugs
Type C, E · 230 V - Getting around
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Drive on the right
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Entry requirements on travel.state.gov
Rhône-Alpes, France · Population: 8.7K · Calling code: +33
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