When the Vikings settled and became Normans in the 10th century, Rouen became Normandy's capital. It's famous for its Gothic cathedral, half-timbered houses and Joan of Arc sights. The cathedral ...

Today, the cathedral is one of the defining pieces of architecture in this part of Normandy. Aside from its striking architecture, it's also famous for its tombs – one of which houses the heart ...

The Longest Yarn at St Macartin's Cathedral features 80 scenes detailing the preparation, beach assaults and battles of the 1944 Normandy campaign. One depicts the weather report provided by ...

The Rouen Cathedral encompasses all these dramatic ... which included the Duke of Normandy and English King Richard I. There is also a chapel dedicated to Joan of Arc, who was burned at the ...

A roll of linen cloth with wool embroidery depicting scenes from the 11th century Where it is from: Bayeux Cathedral in Normandy, France When it was made: The late 11th century Related: Bad Dürrenberg ...