Authenticity vs luxury
The commune of Lens, in canton Valais, stretches from the Rhone valley up to the ski resort of Crans-Montana. Former famous inhabitants include author Charles-Ferdinand Ramuz, painter Albert Muret and composer Igor Stravinsky, but today many of those living there are rich tax exiles.
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