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The Garonnette was an ancient branch of the Garonne River that separated the island of Tounis from the Daurade quay. The river ran through this square (which is lower than the rest of the city), and gave it its name. The Tounis bridge, parallel to the quay, crossed over this narrow branch of water; it was built in 1528, which makes it the oldest bridge in Toulouse. The Garonnette dried up during the First World War, when a hydroelectric factory was built upriver. Further urbanization after the Second World War gave the neighborhood its present appearance. In the 19th century, this was a lively, bucolic neighborhood; even if that golden age is now long gone, and parking lots have replaced the water, it remains one of the most haunting places in the city.
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In this little restaurant in the centre of town you can taste fresh, homemade pasta presented in a variety of ways. Try salads with spagh...
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