Provins

Provins, a town of France (dept. Seine-et-Marne), by rail 59 miles SE. of Paris, has remains of ancient walls, flanked by ruined watch-towers. The most interesting feature is an ancient tower, built in the 12th century, vulgarly called Caesar's Tower. The vicinity was long famous for its roses, and they are still cultivated to a considerable extent. There are numerous flour-mills and dye-works. Pop. 7888.