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Beauvais is a city in northern France, located on the river Le Thérain. The city’s history goes back to the time as the capital of Belgian tribes and to the Roman Caesaromagus. In the 8th century, Beauvais was established as a county, and in 1013 the county passed to the city’s bishops. Throughout the 1300s and 1400s, Beauvais was besieged and attacked by the English several times. Later, Beauvais became a place of education, and in 1664 a royal tapestry factory was established in the town and works from here became famous throughout Europe. In the 1900s, there was fighting in and around Beauvais in both world wars, with the town being significantly damaged both times.
Today, Beauvais is a cozy town, where the sights of the old center are all within easy reach. In the center you will find Place Jeanne Hachette as the connecting square for the city districts, and here you can see Beauvais’ town hall, which was built in the middle of the 18th century. In front of the town hall there is a statue of Jeanne Hachette, who became a heroine in 1472 during the defense of the city against the invading troops of Duke Charles I of Burgundy. You can also visit the Musée départemental de l’Oise, which is a museum located in the historical residence of the bishops in the city. At the museum you can, among other things, see some art and archaeological finds.
The largest and most famous attraction in Beauvais is the city’s Gothic cathedral, which is included in UNESCO’s list of world cultural heritage. The cathedral was built in the 13th century and consecrated in 1272. However, the impressive construction continued in the following centuries. The plan was to build a colossal cathedral, and with 48.5 meters to the vaults, the choir became the tallest in the world, which is still impressive to explore on a visit. The construction of the church’s transept was completed in 1548, and in 1569 the cathedral’s 153-meter-high spire was completed, making the church the world’s tallest building. However, the spire was not designed to last, and it collapsed in 1573. That was the end of further construction of the church, and therefore the cathedral stands today without a long nave. On the site of the once planned nave, you can see the Romanesque church, Notre-Dame-de-la-Basse-Œuvre.
Amiens is a city in northern France on the river Somme. The city’s history goes back to Samarobriva, which was a settlement of the Gallic Ambiani tribe. The Romans later conquered the area and named the city Ambianum after the original tribe. From the 4th century, the city became part of the Frankish Empire, and in the 8th century, Amiens was attacked several times by Normans. In the 12th century, the city became part of what was then France.
In 1597, Amiens was besieged by Spanish troops for six months, before Henry IV regained control of the city, which eventually developed a significant textile industry with velor as a well-known commodity. During the industrial revolution of the 19th century, Amiens’ old city walls were torn down, and the city grew during this time. In the world wars of the 20th century, Amiens suffered a lot of destruction both times.
Rouen is a city in northern France. It was founded by Gauls, who called the city Ratumacos. In the Roman Empire, the city was called Rotomagus, and it was one of the most important cities in the Gallic area. The Romans built, among other things an amphitheater and bathing facilities here. A few centuries later, Normans came to the area, and from 912 Rouen was the capital of the Duchy of Normandy. In 1204 the French king conquered the region and Rouen became part of France.
Paris is the city of cities and the place where romance lives and awakens dreams. Here’s something to come by; whether you come for sights, churches, museums, gastronomy, pleasant strolls or maybe just the romance.
Paris is one of Europe’s largest cities, and you can experience the impressive dimensions everywhere: in the Eiffel Tower, in the large squares and wide boulevards, in the Louvre art collection and not least on a trip to the fantastic castle of the Sun Kings Versailles.
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Overview of Beauvais
Beauvais is a city in northern France, located on the river Le Thérain. The city’s history goes back to the time as the capital of Belgian tribes and to the Roman Caesaromagus. In the 8th century, Beauvais was established as a county, and in 1013 the county passed to the city’s bishops. Throughout the 1300s and 1400s, Beauvais was besieged and attacked by the English several times. Later, Beauvais became a place of education, and in 1664 a royal tapestry factory was established in the town and works from here became famous throughout Europe. In the 1900s, there was fighting in and around Beauvais in both world wars, with the town being significantly damaged both times.
Today, Beauvais is a cozy town, where the sights of the old center are all within easy reach. In the center you will find Place Jeanne Hachette as the connecting square for the city districts, and here you can see Beauvais’ town hall, which was built in the middle of the 18th century. In front of the town hall there is a statue of Jeanne Hachette, who became a heroine in 1472 during the defense of the city against the invading troops of Duke Charles I of Burgundy. You can also visit the Musée départemental de l’Oise, which is a museum located in the historical residence of the bishops in the city. At the museum you can, among other things, see some art and archaeological finds.
The largest and most famous attraction in Beauvais is the city’s Gothic cathedral, which is included in UNESCO’s list of world cultural heritage. The cathedral was built in the 13th century and consecrated in 1272. However, the impressive construction continued in the following centuries. The plan was to build a colossal cathedral, and with 48.5 meters to the vaults, the choir became the tallest in the world, which is still impressive to explore on a visit. The construction of the church’s transept was completed in 1548, and in 1569 the cathedral’s 153-meter-high spire was completed, making the church the world’s tallest building. However, the spire was not designed to last, and it collapsed in 1573. That was the end of further construction of the church, and therefore the cathedral stands today without a long nave. On the site of the once planned nave, you can see the Romanesque church, Notre-Dame-de-la-Basse-Œuvre.
About the Beauvais travel guide
Contents: Tours in the city + tours in the surrounding area
Published: Released soon
Author: Stig Albeck
Publisher: Vamados.com
Language: English
About the travel guide
The Beauvais travel guide gives you an overview of the sights and activities of the French city. Read about top sights and other sights, and get a tour guide with tour suggestions and detailed descriptions of all the city’s most important churches, monuments, mansions, museums, etc.
Beauvais is waiting for you, and at vamados.com you can also find cheap flights and great deals on hotels for your trip. You just select your travel dates and then you get flight and accommodation suggestions in and around the city.
Read more about Beauvais and France
France Travel Guide: https://vamados.com/france
City tourism: https://visitbeau-vais.fr
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