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Old and New Buildings in Caen by Cross Duck

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Caen is a commune in northwestern France. It is located 15 km inland from the English Channel. Caen is known for its historical buildings built during the reign of William the Conqueror, who was buried there, and for the Battle for Caen, heavy fighting that took place in and around Caen during the Battle of Normandy in 1944, destroying much of the city.

This proud city steeped in history and culture is an excellent base from which to discover Normandy.

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Caen, France

Old and New Buildings in Caen by Cross Duck

Caen is a commune in northwestern France. It is located 15 km inland from the English Channel. Caen is known for its historical buildings built during the reign of William the Conqueror, who was buried there, and for the Battle for Caen, heavy fighting that took place in and around Caen during the Battle of Normandy in 1944, destroying much of the city.
Fine Arts Museum, Caen

370. Impressionnisme by David Menidrey
Church of St. Etienne, Caen

Saint Trophime Church - Place de la Republique, Arles - triumphal arch - - The Last Judgement by Elliott Brown
Historic Center, Caen

Place Saint-Martin by christopher_brown
Church of the Trinity, Caen

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