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Apr 2021
46m 4s

Rennes-le-Château Pt. 1

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Every year, thousands of people flock to a tiny French village to solve an ancient mystery. A 19th-century priest acquired a massive fortune while renovating a local parish, but was it treasure — or knowledge — that garnished him with such wealth?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices 
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