The term seems to be of uncertain origin with common assumptions suggesting it represents a contraction of footwork or a portmanteau of the words twist and jerk.
Mayenne is one of the original 83 departments created during the French Revolution on March 4, 1790.The northern two thirds correspond to the western part of the former province of Maine.The southern third of Mayenne corresponds to the northern portion of the old province of Anjou.ayenne is one of the original 83 departments created during the French Revolution on March 4, 1790.
The Cheverny Castle is one of the world famous Loire Valley Castles and is located in the Sologne, an area in the Loir-et-Cher department, 200 kilometres south of Paris and 15 kilometres from Blois. Day Trip to the Loire Valley Castles from Paris-Hotel Transfers. Two days of guided visits of the Loire Valley Castles: Castle of Amboise, the Clos Luce, LucÃ© villandry, Gardens tours, City castle Of, Chenonceau castle Of cheverny And castle Of. chambord