Place du General de Gaulle, Lille
Lille's Grand Place lives up to its name.
For a majestic visit to the bustling French city of Lille, tourists can surely not afford to miss out on the Place du General de Gaulle (Grand Place).
Named after the famed French military leader Charles de Gaulle, the square is located in the heart of the city, allowing easy access for those tourists staying in centrally-located accommodation.
Often used as a focal point for local celebrations and as well as meeting place, the area is dominated by the Deesse column, commemorating the Austrian siege which took place in 1792.
Also not to be missed is the beautiful Vieille Bourse - built in the 17th century the Flemish masterpiece is made up of 24 adjoining houses despite giving the appearance of a unitary building.
Meanwhile, the inner courtyard of the Vieille Bourse features a second-hand book and flower market, chess games and tango lessons.
In addition the square is an ideal place to begin exploring the city's old town district and various preserved streets and houses.
So for a wonderful break in Lille, the Place du General de Gaulle could well be an ideal starting point.
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22.06.2007.