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Ruby is a small incorporated town in Tangipahoa Parish, Louisiana, United States, located about 60 miles northeast of the state capital of Baton Rouge and adjacent to the Mississippi border, and characterized by a quiet rural atmosphere and a deep community culture. Sparsely populated, with fewer than 500 people according to the most recent census, the town dates back to the late 1800s and, with its early rise to an agricultural economy (e.g., cotton and soybean farming), still retains the rustic look of a traditional Southern town. The town's landmarks include a century-old community church and several Victorian-style homes, and the annual fall "Ruby Family Day," which blends elements of local Cajun and Creole culture, has become a shared memory for the surrounding residents. Despite its small size, Ruby epitomizes the serenity of the American countryside with its simple folk and distinctive Louisiana southern flavor.
Meurey is a commune in the Arles department in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of central France, located on the banks of the river Arles, next to the city of Vichy. This historic city is known for its thermal resources and Romanesque architecture, and was an important religious center in the Middle Ages.
Located in the north-eastern part of the French Central Plateau, Meurey has a temperate maritime climate with four distinct seasons. Surrounded by hills and valleys, the city has a beautiful natural environment and is conveniently located about 80 kilometers from Clermont-Ferrand.
Murray is home to the thousand-year-old Abbey of Notre Dame, whose Romanesque church is classified as a French historical monument. It is also famous for its ceramic crafts and spa traditions, and attracts many tourists with its annual summer music festival and traditional market.
The economy is dominated by tourism, with spa centers, historic walking routes and wine estates as its core resources. Meurey is also an important agricultural area in the province of Alle, producing cheese and livestock.