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Lille
Lille (Dutch: Rijsel)
is a city in the Nord-Pas de Calais region, in northwest
France, on the Deûle River, very close to the border with Belgium.
In the year
2000,
Lille absorbed the neighboring town of Lomme.
As of
2005,
the combined population was 226,800. The metropolitan area of Lille (including areas in both
France and Belgium) was estimated in
2007 as
1,885,000.
Key Facts about Lille
Here are some facts about Lille:
- Lille (Dutch: Rijsel)
is a city in the Nord-Pas de Calais region, in northwest
France,, very close to the border with Belgium.
- Lille is located on the Deûle River.
- As of
2005,
the combined population of Lille. The metropolitan area of Lille (including areas in both
France and Belgium) was estimated in
2007 as being
1,885,000.
- The name Lille derives from "l'Isla" (meaning "the island", since the area was once marshy.
- Archaeological research suggests that parts of the area that are now Lille have been inhabited since at least approximately 2000 BCE.
- According to the legend of Lydéric and Phinaert, Lille was founded in 640.
- The first written records mentioning Lille appear in archives from the year 1066.
- Lille grew rapidly during the 19th century and early 20th century, because of the establishment of its textile industry and coal mining in the vicinity of the city.
- During World War I, Lille was heavily damaged by fighting, and then occupied by the Germans from 1914 to 1918.
- During World War II, Lille was again occupied by the Germans from 1940 to 1944.
- After World War II, many of Lille's traditional industries went into decline. The city has however now reorientated its economy around services.
- In 2004, along with the Italian city of
Genoa, Lille was elected European City of Culture.
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By Lonely Planet
LONELY PLANET
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Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Discover the freedom of open roads with Lonely Planet's France's Best Trips, your passport to up-to-date advice on uniquely encountering France by car. Featuring 38 amazing road trips, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures, you can get lost among the snowcapped Alps or taste your way around Champagne's hallowed vineyards, all with your trusted travel companion. Get to France, rent a car, and hit the road! Inside Lonely Planet's France's Best Trips: - Lavish colour and gorgeous photography throughout
- Itineraries and planning advice to pick the right tailored routes for your needs and interests
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- Covers Paris, Normandy, Brittany, Breton Coast, Lyon, Nice, Cannes, St-Tropez, Chamonix, Marseille, Biarritz, St-Malo, Loire Valley, Auvergne, Provence, Alps, Lille and more
The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's France's Best Trips is perfect for exploring France via the road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car. - Planning a French trip sans a car? Lonely Planet's France guide, our most comprehensive guide to France, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems.
- Looking for a guide focused on Paris? Check out Lonely Planet's Paris guide for a comprehensive look at all the city has to offer, or Pocket Paris, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip.
Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet. About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travelers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves. |
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By Lonely Planet, Oliver Berry, Jean-Bernard Carillet, Gregor Clark & Catherine Le Nevez
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Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet France is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Climb the iconic Eiffel Tower, explore the mysterious abbey-island of Mont St-Michel, or taste Champagne amid the rolling vineyards of Reims; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of France and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's France Travel Guide: - Colour maps and images throughout
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- Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, art, literature, cinema, music, architecture, politics, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine
- Free, convenient pull-out Paris city map (included in print version), plus over 137 colour maps
- Covers Paris, Lille, Flanders, the Somme, Normandy, Brittany, Champagne, Alsace, Lorraine, the Loire Valley, Burgundy, Lyon, the French Alps, Basque Country, the Pyrenees, Languedoc-Roussillon, Provence, Corsica and more
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Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet, Nicola Williams, Alexis Averbuck, Oliver Berry, Stuart Butler, Jean-Bernard Carillet, Kerry Christiani, Gregor Clark, Emilie Filou, Catherine Le Nevez, Daniel Robinson. About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves. |
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By Laurence Phillips
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The latest edition of the award-winning Bradt Guide to Lille keeps up with the changes in the city, as it continues to reinvent itself with ever more exciting places to eat, to explore, to relax and to stay. Whether you decide on a Sunday-night tango with stranger in a Renaissance cloister, or order a bowl of onion soup at dawn, should you explore France's best art collection outside Paris or head for the discount designer stores of the legendary flea-markets, if you share a sandwich with artists in an old post office building or discover the Michelin-starred chefs of tomorrow, a decade since Lille was first chosen as European Capital of Culture the city has not stopped partying since. Come and share the secrets of the past, present and future of a capital of Culture, of Flanders and of Life. |
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By Guidora Team
Released: 2016-09-29
Kindle Edition (36 pages)
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We have been in your shoes!
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We have built an excellent 72 hours plan for Lille, with information on what to do every hour of the day.
All the information provided is by local experts and travel bloggers. Since they live in Lille, or travel there often, they know the best that the city has to offer to you.
By getting this travel guide to Lille, you will get:
- Exact information on what is the best hotel to stay in Lille, so that you will be in the best area of Lille for all activities, without breaking the bank.
- Exact information on what to do every hour of the day.
- Where to Eat: What are the best restaurants that locals go to.
- What dishes to try. A simple culinary guide with the top 10 dishes and drinks.
- Where to go out in the evening. Only the top suggestion for each day for one bar or a club.
- How to move from the airport to the hotel with the most budget friendly way.
- What museums and sights to see. What tourist traps to avoid.
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Guidora's Lille in 3 Days Travel Guide, is your entry ticket to the most accurate advice on what are the best things to do in Lille in 72 hours. It includes a detailed 72-hour plan from the first moment you will arrive in the airport of Lille, until the moment you leave this amazing town.
Inside Guidora's Lille in 3 Days Travel Guide:
- A 72 hours plan starting every day at 08:00 until late in the evening, with details on what to do every hour
- Full-color maps and images throughout
- All the Maps are available in Google Maps, to help you navigate Lille easy, through your smartphone.
- Best-kept secrets on shopping, dining, going out in the evening
- Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
- Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
- Information in this Lille travel guide is up-to-date as of 2016.
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By Lonely Planet
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Released: 2016-03-01
Kindle Edition (509 pages)
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Lonely Planet Lille & the Northern Battlefields is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Journey through breathtaking vineyards in Champagne, admire dreamy views and villages in Alsace, or experience the world's largest flea market in Lille, all with your trusted travel companion! Begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet Lille & the Northern Battlefields: - Full-color maps and images throughout
- Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests
- Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots
- Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices
- Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss
- Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - the history, the people, outside activities, the arts, the food, the architecture
- Useful features including Need to Know, First Time, Eat and Drink Like a Local, and Travel with Children
eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) - Downloadable PDF and offline maps prevent roaming and data charges
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Authors: Written and researched by Lonely Planet. About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveler community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travelers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves. |
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By Laurence Phillips
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By Atsons
Released: 2015-05-19
Kindle Edition (46 pages)
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Are You Ready to Discover and Explore France?
“Top 20 Places to Visit in France” is an easy to use, no-nonsense travel guide showing you the 20 best destinations France has to offer. Packed full of interesting and useful information for each place, this France travel guide is the ultimate travel accessory for discovering this iconic country!
Inside Atsons “Top 20 Places to Visit in France”:
- France’s top 20 best places to visit listed in order of importance.
- High quality photos of the top 20 places.
- Easy to digest descriptions of every place.
- Essential historical information to provide you with a better understanding of each destination.
- Recommendations of attractions and activities to give you a better visiting experience.
- The best places to visit include Paris, the French Riviera, Mont Saint-Michel, Bordeaux, and the Loire Valley.
“Top 20 Places to Visit in France” Travel Guide features:
- Easy Navigation: Effortlessly jump from one attraction to another using the interactive contents.
- Add notes to the guide for a more personal guidebook.
- Use bookmarks to save your favourite pages.
- A Map of France showing the location of every destination.
FAQs
There are lots of travel guides for France, why should I get this one?
If you are looking for an easy-to-read and straight-to-the-point France travel guide, then this is for you. All the destinations listed contain high quality pictures, historical and background information, attractions and activities, and are listed in order of importance ensuring you’ll know exactly which place you want to visit when discovering France!
I’ve never been to France, will this guide help me?
If you’ve never visited France or plan on visiting but don’t know where to go then this France travel guide is the perfect starting point. France has so many interesting and unique places that it can often be difficult to decide where you want to go. This guide is here to help you with that decision by giving you 20 breathtaking destinations to choose from, with the added bonus of the guide being a top 20 list so you'll know exactly where to start your journey.
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By Derek Blyth
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The ancient city of Lille has a fascinating cultural history, poised as it is on the border of Dutch-speaking Flanders. Its imposing fortifications, Art Nouveau architecture, outstanding museums, and fine restaurants all make it a most attractive destination. In Lille for Pleasure, travel writer Derek Blyth, who has been exploring Lille for years, expertly guides the visitor around the city, suggesting four walks through the historic center of the city. Complete with maps, photos, artwork, and essential travel information, including reviews and recommendations for hotels and restaurants, this is a superb pocket companion. |
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