Lille Tours

Lille is the capital of the Nord-Pas de Calais region. It is considered as the prefecture capital of the department of Nord. Lille Tours are very special because you get a chance to visit a place which has been given the unique status of being the 2004 Cultural Capital of Europe. There are a number of medieval buildings in Lille which are visited by a good number of travelers. Some of the best sights to visit in Lille are the Gothic churches. One of the best among them is St-Maurice which comprises of 5 aisles of similar height. There are 36 tall columns in the church. Another important church which you must not miss out on Tours to Lille is the Church of St-Catherine. It is also a memorable experience to visit the Church of St-Marie-Madeleine where you find a circular structure with a dome having an elevation of nearly 165 ft.

The Lille Citadel is another favored tourist destinations in Lille. It is located near the Deule Canal and is widely known as one of the best examples of Vauban's fortification. It was initially built for Louis XIV in the period between 1668 and 1670. Tours at Lille are also very special because you come across the Lille Festival which is one of the six week festivals held on an yearly basis with a different theme every time. In the festival there are operas, classical concerts and theatrical presentations.

All the Cities in France have a lot to offer to the tourists in the form of attractions and in Lille Tours you encounter the same trend. It is a delightful experience to visit the Hospice Comtesse in Lille which was developed in 1237 and is well preserved till today as a 15 th century hospital roof consisting of an elegant timber structure.