Things to See and Do in Normandy

The Normandy region in France is an especiallytrain ride away from Paris. You will see first hand the
beautiful location that is rich in natural beauty andwater lilies that inspired the painter. You can roam
splendor. It is a historically significant area and has lotsaround the beautiful garden that inspired Monet over
of beautiful buildings and gardens that you can visit.and over again.
This naturally beautiful area is also rich in culture andThe four largest urban areas in Normandy are Rouen,
heritage hence you will be able to catch a glimpse ofCaen, Le Havre and Cherbourg. It is simple to arrange
the rich history that makes France so very attractive.a car hire service in any of these cities as well as
You can start by visiting the Mont Saint Michel. This ismany other locations throughout Normandy. A rental
located on the Brittany/Normandy border. Thecar is a great asset when touring Normandy. Make
structure of the abbey on Mont Saint Michel hassure to choose the right type of car for your trip.
gone on to become iconic in northern France. TheConsider all passenger and luggage requirements.
entire structure rises out of a flat sandy island that isIf you want to experience the art and culture of
connected to the mainland by a causeway. It isNormandy, you have to visit Rouen. At the heart of
considered to be one of the western world wondersthe city's attractions is the Gothic cathedral of Rouen.
and it is famous all over the world.This cathedral was one of the Monet's favorite
You can then visit the Normandy American Cemeterysubjects. Even though it was bombed during WWII, it
Memorial, which was built to honor the memories ofnow stands beautifully restored.
the American soldiers who died in WWII. It is locatedIf you are a person whose heart is after
on a cliff in Colleville sur-Mer and overlooks thegastronomical delights, you will enjoy Dieppe. It is an
Omaha Beach. This beach was one of the mainold and busy port that is famous for its Herring
landing beaches during the Normandy Invasion.festival and seafood. You will love the fresh fish and
World famous and immortal painter Monet is stillscallops that are brought in everyday. There are
remembered for the beautiful landscape paintingsmany more places to visit like the old port at
that he has given us. He was also a connoisseur ofHonfleur, Trouville and the Cider route.
landscapes in the real world and surrounded himselfNormandy is an excellent place to go for a holiday at
with one of the most beautiful gardens in France.any time of the year. This splendid region of France
This garden in located in Giverny and is just an hour'snever fails to impress.