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Noms religieux des pays et des îles
KTO has released a video exploring how various countries, islands, and cities derive their names from major figures in the Catholic faith.
Presented by Loïc, the video traces religious toponyms from the Jourdain to Rome and across Europe to the rest of the world. Examples of locations with religious names include Géorgie, la République de Saint-Marin, l’Ile de Pâques, and Los Angeles.
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