Riom

Riom is a commune in the Puy-de-Dôme department in Auvergne in central France. It is a sub-prefecture of the department. The town has a long history, dating back to the Middle Ages, and was the capital of the province of Auvergne until the French Revolution. Riom is known for its architectural heritage, including several Renaissance period buildings, such as the clock tower, the Saint-Amable Basilica, and the Church of Notre-Dame du Marthuret. The town also has a number of museums, including the Regional Museum of the Auvergne and the Francisque Mandet Museum of Fine Arts. Riom was also the site of the Vichy government's abortive war-guilt trials, called Riom Trials, during World War II