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Located in the north of France, Lille is a city with a fascinating history, excellent food, and a deeply rich cultural life.

Lille is situated on the Deule River, near France's border with Belgium. Lille features an array of architectural styles with various amounts of Flemish influence, including the use of brown and red brick. In addition, many residential neighborhoods, especially in Greater Lille, consist of attached 2–3 story houses aligned in a row, with narrow gardens in the back. These architectural attributes, many uncommon in France, help make Lille a transition in France to neighboring Belgium, as well as nearby Netherlands and England, where the presence of brick, as well as row houses or the terraced house is much more prominent.

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Lille, France

Lille Ferris Wheel by Maëlick

Located in the north of France, Lille is a city with a fascinating history, excellent food, and a deeply rich cultural life.
Old Lille

Old town by Meri Tosh

The 17C and 18C colorful facades in the beautiful Old Lille add to the already-charming local atmosphere.
Beaux Arts Palace, Lille

Palais des Beaux-Arts by ceronne

In this immense and remarkable 19C palace, you will discover one of the most impressive collections of paintings in France.
Old Stock Exchange, Lille

Vieille Bourse by Archigeek

Built in the 17C, this beautiful building now houses second-hand book stalls and charming little boutiques.
General de Gaulle Square, Lille

Place Charle de Gaulle by Fabien Lemetayer

This is the main square in Lille, located in the very lively center town.
Notre Dame de la Treille Cathedral, Lille

Basilique-cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-la-Treille de Lille by Pierre-Alexandre Teboul

Once through the bronze doors, a solemn but beautiful atmosphere awaits, with choral music accompanying your exploration.

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