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Rouen Normandy

Rouen is the capital of Northern Normandy and has been since 841. It connects to Paris through the Seine River, which is its major source of trade.

Attractions

Notre Dame Cathedral - This gothic cathedral is one of the most famous churches in the world because it was the subject of a series of paintings by Claude Monet. He was studying light at different seasons and times, and the result were many painting of the facade of the Cathedral. Although heavily damaged in WWII, the Cathedral is still magificent, especially its butter tower with spires and flying buttresses.

Gros Horloge - This is an astronomical clock that dates back to the 16th century. it is located on a street of the same name which is lined with Tutor style homes.

Tour Jeanne d'Arc - This is the spot where Joan of Arc was brought in 1431 to be threatened with torture, but she was not imprisoned there which is what many believe.

Rouen is also home to a number of museums, like the Museum of Fine Arts, the Museum of Antiques and the Museum of Ceramics.