France Lorraine

Nancy is a city in north-eastern France. Place Stanislas, a large square built between March 1752 and November 1755 to link the medieval old town of Nancy and the new town built in the 17th century, is an UNESCO World Heritage Site. The old city center's heritage dates from the Middle Ages to the 18th century. The cathedral of Nancy, the Triumphal Arch and the "Place de la Carriere" are a fine examples of 18th-century architecture. The Palace of the Dukes of Lorraine is the former princely residence of the rulers. The palace houses the Musee Lorrain.

Verdun is a small city in Lorraine in north-eastern France. The Chatel Gate is the only remaining part of the medieval city walls. It leads onto La Roche Square. La Citadelle was built in the 17th Century. It is still in military hands but the underlying tunnels can still be visited. Notre-Dame de Verdun Cathedral was consecrated in 1147 but was built on the site of an earlier church. The 12th Century Lion Door on the north side has a lavishly decorated tympanum. The whole building was heavily restored in the 18th Century. The Episcopal Palace was built in the 18th Century by Robert de Cotte and has a fine facade. Part of the building is occupied by the World Peace Center.