an ancient town of France, in the department of Yonne, and capital of the Auxerrois, and lately a bishop's see. The episcopal palace was one of the finest in France, and the churches were also very beautiful. This town contained 11,300 inhabitants in 1815, and is well situated for trade with Paris, on the river Yonne. E. Long. 3° 35'. N. Lat. 47° 54'.