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Lille is
a good choice for a visit in this country. If you
are a newcomer to the area or haven’t visited for a
while, the information provided on this and related
pages will prove invaluable in assisting you to make
your holiday or business venture here, as simple as
a stroll down your local street back home.
 This is by far the largest city in the north of
France, Lille can be compared to Brussels and
Amsterdam with its narrow streets, old houses and
historic centre.
 It, was born in the 11th Century but displays
architecture fit for
the 21st Century, alongside a rich historical heritage.
It is the very symbol of French industry and
working-class politics and has a lovely centre.
Vieux Lille is home to some vibrant and obviously
prosperous
commercial areas,
modern residential squares, a large university, a
brand-new
métro system, and
a very serious attitude to its
culture and restaurants.
 Although not considered a prime destination, Lille
is well worth at least a day or two’s visit if
you're travelling through this region.
 The focal point of the city is the
Grande-Place (place du Général-de-Gaulle),
which marks the southern boundary of the old
quarter, Vieux Lille. To the south is the central
shopping area which extends along rue de Béthune as far as
the adjacent squares of
place Béthune and
place de la République.
 The major festival of the
year, the Grande
Braderie,
takes place over the first weekend of September,
when a big street
parade and vast flea market fill the streets of
the old town by day, and the evenings see a frenzy
in all the restaurants, with empty mussel shells
piled up in the streets as patrons drool their way
through their contents. Join in on this mouth
watering, lip smacking extravaganza if you can
organise it, its well worth experiencing.
 There is much to involve the traveller from
shopping in
ancient streets to visiting the many
museums and
monuments. Don't miss
this city of diversity if you can help it. It has
hotels to cater for
all tastes and
activities to match.
No matter what type of holiday in
France
you desire; Lille will cater to your needs
perfectly.
Tip:
For more on this exciting destination, read our
articles from people who have visited recently, in
our
Tangent e-zine. |
