Normandy
Normandy...in the early 21st century, this now idyllic region brings to mind images of verdant pastures, quaint seaports, museums, monuments and martyrs of bygone years, cattle, camembert and Calvados, tapestries, timbers, and water lilies. After all, this is the region where Joan of Arc was buried, where medieval seamstresses painstakingly stitched the intricate Bayeux tapestries, and where Claude Monet painted the landscapes which made him famous.
A few miles away lies the incredible Mont St. Michel, that rocky fortress built in honor of Michael, the Archangel, and protected by the ebb and flow of the mighty Atlantic Ocean.
And yet, throughout history, Normandy has been the gateway to Europe; with its broad beaches stretching towards the shores of Great Britain, which in 1066 was seen as the ultimate enemy, and yet in the 20th century and its era of world wars was, with the United States and other allies, joined to create the ultimate liberation force. Normandy has, arguably, been the site of more horrific battles and incredible heroism than perhaps any other border region in France.
Whether you choose to visit Normandy to commemorate your ancestors who valiantly fought for their country on the now-tranquil beaches, or to sample the gourmet pleasures of the indescribably creamy cheeses or heart-stoppingly potent apple-based liqueurs, or simply to take in the beautiful history, culture and architecture which characterize this part of France, we know you will take home memories and images which will last a lifetime.
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