Normandie of France is one of the most protected, fabulous and romantic corners of this country. By purchasing travel vouchers to these places, many travelers hope to see the eighth wonder of the world - the amazing imagination of the abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel, visit the "city of a hundred bells" Rouen and the birthplace of Joan of Arc, improve their he alth and recharge their vital energy at the balneological resorts of the region. And, of course, visiting the cities of Normandy (France), every visitor will be able to enjoy original dishes and seafood delicacies.
Unique landscapes
The entire Alabaster Coast is strewn with white cliffs overhanging pebbly beaches and the sea. For example, Etretat, where the Benedictine Palace is located near picturesque ports like Fécamp. Swamps, rocks and sandy plains occupied the entire space from the Cotentin Peninsula to the well-known Mont Saint-Michel. Normandy France also has picturesque natural parks,for example in the Orne department. It was the landscapes of all these places that once inspired Maupassant, Monet, Boudin, Proust, fascinated Pissarro and Sisley.
Where does the name come from?
So the region was named after the Normans or Vikings, who settled here in the early 5th century. The city of Rouen was chosen as the capital of an independent duchy. The leader of the Normans was the first to take the title of Duke of Normandy. France's Normandy became a direct part of the Anglo-Norman empire in the sixth century. Throughout its history, these places have repeatedly passed under the rule of England, because this region is the northernmost and closest to its border.
What is the region famous for?
Normandy (France), whose map is quite small, is a real paradise for gourmets and those who just love to eat delicious food. Every year Rouen hosts the "Feast of the Belly", where you can find absolutely all the products produced in Upper Normandy. The shores of the English Channel are famous for sea delicacies, in Dieppe a herring festival is held, where you can taste fresh fish cooked on a barbecue. The main sauce used to prepare Norman dishes is cream. It prepares mussels, Normandy escalope and other dishes. What is a must try? Village dishes: Pays d'Auge cheeses (neuchâtel, camembert, pont-l'eveque), vir sausages, cane tripe, Normandy butter. There are many apple trees in the region, so the cuisine is rich in apple pies. Locals like to cook Calvados, cider.
Entertainment
Here they know how to have fun. Theatrical and musical performances as part of the Autumn Festival are held in absolutely all cities of the region.
The creativity of the locals knows no bounds, and even world-class stars gather every year for the Deauville American Film Festival. Evreux hosts the Whirlwind of Sound Jazz Festival and the Rock Festival. But do not think that Normandy is a place of constant wild festivities! Here you can have great fun with your family. For example, go to the Claire Zoological Park, visit the gardens of Les Moutiers, as well as the stunning Cerza Zoo, which is the most beautiful in all of France. The park "Festiland" will not leave indifferent neither children nor adults. Arriving in Cherbourg, you can get into an interactive journey across the ocean at the Maritime Museum. The Normandy of France will amaze every tourist with its medieval extravagance. Have a nice trip!
