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Amiens is the charming capital of Picardy, northern France. It lies on the banks of the Somme and is famous for its Cathedral de Notre Dame de Amiens, which is a World Heritage Site. It is the largest and tallest cathedral in France. Visitors can get fantastic views by climbing the winding stairs to the top of its spires.
You might also be interested to get to know the 19th century house where Jules Verne lived, the Tour Perret tower, the Picardy Museum – with its impressive collection of Egyptian art – and the romantic district of Saint-Leu – with its canals and its flower market. Close to the city centre is the parkland complex of Les Hortillonnages, made up of over 300 hectares of gardens and lakes that can be visited on foot or by boat. Another picturesque neighbourhood is Saint Maurice. Visit the beautiful bay of the Somme, where you will find comfortable camping sites. Also, remember that in Amiens you are barely an hour from Paris. Enjoy the regions culinary delights, which include mostachones, ficelle picarde and gatteau battu, at its excellent restaurants and stay at a comfortable hotel in the centre of the city to enjoy the happy atmosphere of a university city. Don’t hesitate, come to Amiens.
