Geography : [France-Normandy]

Sunday, July 10 2011

Mont Saint Michel, a challenging "Mont"

View of th Mont from the campaignFrom Normandy to Brittany, everyone talks about the "Mont". This little town is indelibly linked to the memory of the archangel Saint Michael. Mont Saint Michel is unique beyond description. Its history, its setting, its architecture and its environment have fascinated people for generations.

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Friday, April 29 2011

Perche Contemporary Art Biennial, July 2 to 17, 2011

Forum Arts 61 in the Perche region, Normandy, FranceMultiple sources of inspiration are behind this art festival, where 21 Impressionist paintings, lent by the “Peindre en Normandie” association, will be exposed.

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Friday, March 25 2011

Normandy's 1,100th Birthday—from William the Conqueror to 2011

1100 years of NormandyIf they were to return to their Norman lands, William the Conquerer (born in Falaise, Calvados), and his wife Mathilde would be astounded by the scope and diversity of events celebrating Normandy’s 1,100th birthday.

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Friday, June 25 2010

The Perche: Ecological awareness and respect for nature in the heart of a regional park

perche.jpgThe Perche region, located between Paris and Normandy, has become the chosen weekend destination for Parisians in the know.

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