{"id":14105,"date":"2021-03-22T12:27:02","date_gmt":"2021-03-22T12:27:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.isango.com\/theguidebook\/?p=14105"},"modified":"2021-03-22T12:27:05","modified_gmt":"2021-03-22T12:27:05","slug":"the-best-of-lille-a-city-on-the-edge-of-europe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.isango.com\/theguidebook\/the-best-of-lille-a-city-on-the-edge-of-europe\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best of Lille: A City on the Edge of Europe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Lille, the town that sits between Brussels and Paris, the town of Northern France with a Flemish influence and feel. The last stop before you head into the tunnel to England. Or the first stop into Europe! It\u2019s a place that may not be top of everyone\u2019s bucket-list but stop over and take time to explore here and you\u2019ll soon be changing your mind. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Hub of Northern France is a bustling University city, packed with museums, interesting shops and exciting nightlife. A city that was built from Flemish influences, which it keeps to this day. Whether you\u2019re coming for a day or longer, Lille will more than keep even the most experienced of travellers occupied. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Town Square<\/a><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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There\u2019s something special about a town with a large square. It\u2019s the beating heart of the place, and Lille is no exception. Stand at its centre and look around at the 17th to 20th century buildings lining each street. Take in the atmosphere and look at the Old Stock Exchange building. It\u2019s the town\u2019s finest building. Let us know if you agree?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Museums<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Explore Lille and you\u2019ll find the city blessed with some great museums, so take some time to explore them. The Lille Fine Arts museum and the Museum of Hospice Comtesse are two fine examples. If your inclinations are more towards modern art, there\u2019s the LaM (Lille Metropole Musee d\u2019art Moderne). So, rain or shine, you\u2019ll be fine with the art!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Cathedral<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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The Cathedral Notre-Dame de la Treille was only completed until the 1990s, but don\u2019t let that stop you. There\u2019s plenty to enjoy as you wander around. Just remember you may not be able to use flash photography and keep the peace!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Train Station<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve arrived by train, whether that\u2019s TGV or the Eurostar, you\u2019ll arrive at EURALILLE With its futuristic line, it\u2019s an attraction. It holds a convention centre, exhibition hall and shopping centre. Explore, but don\u2019t just think that\u2019s it to Lille. There\u2019s plenty more in the older parts of the town. Put your best foot forward and head to the centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Lille may not have the same prestige as other French towns such as Bordeaux, Nantes or the French Riviera. However, its small size allows you to explore Lille in a short space of time, perhaps as a stopover on your way to Brussels, Paris or even London? There\u2019s no doubt you\u2019ll soon come under its charm. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Have you been to Lille? Is there a place you like and are happy to share? Comment and let\u2019s enjoy Lille together.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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