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Basse-Normandie

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Basse-Normandie is a region of northern France and comprises the lower, western half of the historical Normandy. This part of France was the focus of the D-Day landings in June 1944.

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  • Bayeux - location of the famous Tapestry
  • Caen - capital of the region
  • Deauville - beach resort
  • Falaise - birthplace of William the conqueror
  • Honfleur - 17th-century harbor; stay a few day or see at least the impressive wooden church
  • Lisieux - birthplace of Ste Therese and pilgrimage city

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