Le Calvados, un amour de Normandie
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Must-sees
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From 30 January 2012 to 31 January 2013
Fish markets and auctions throughout Calvados are abundant with seafood: sole, plaice, whiting, conger eel and many more delicious fish and shellfish varieties. Some one of the most known fishing ports : Ouistreham, Courseulles, Port en Bessin, Trouville.
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Saint Theresa's Basilica in Lisieux
From 30 January 2012 to 31 January 2013
The basilica in Lisieux is France's second most popular pilgrimage destination after Lourdes. The basilica was erected in honour of Saint Theresa, who had lived in Lisieux. Its architectural design was inspired by the Sacré Coeur of Montmartre in Paris.
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From 01 January 2012 to 31 December 2012
Honfleur is famous for its picturesque old harbour and its characteristic terraced houses with their slate-covered facades, a scene which has inspired so many artists over the years. A truly authentic harbour town.
