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Situated in northern France, Amiens is both a modern bustling commune and a historical place. The history of the commune dates back to a century before the birth of Christ and since then, it has stood witness to many a battle forged to gain control over it but has never lost its charm. That is why a large number of tourists board cheap flights to Amiens and fly to the city every year to enjoy their holiday. The unique blend of different cultures gives this city a different position in France.
The Amiens cathedral is a world heritage site and is the largest of its kind in France. The Gothic structure of the cathedral attracts the attention of even the most indifferent tourist. The beauty of the cathedral is reflective of the richness of France’s cultural as well as architectural heritage. The Cirque Jules Verne or The Municipal Circus is one of the few permanent circuses in the world. The small islands with gardens on them in the marshland between River Avre and River Somme are surrounded by man-made canals and are one of the most favorite tourist destinations.
Hotels in Amiens are all well furnished and capable of providing international-standard services to guests. However, the real charm of Amiens is not limited to only the historic monuments. Tourists, in order to get more familiar with Amiens, should take a tour of the old parts of the town such as Saint-Leu, Henriville and Saint-Acheul. Saint-Leu is, however, a rare amalgamation of past and present with old brick houses and modern nightclubs residing side by side. Saint-Acheul is the site of many archaeological excavations that have unearthed several ancient artifacts and prehistoric tools from the region.
Amiens boasts of the largest Christmas market in northern France during the month of December. So, it is a sensible idea to plan a trip to Amiens in December. The signature local delicacy called the Macarons d’Amiens is sure to tantalize your olfactory nerves and taste buds.
Tourists can arrive at the city by boarding cheap flights to Amiens or by taking the motorways or railway routes. In order to have a different experience, tourists can also avail the ferry service on the Somme Canal that is connected to the Canal du Nord that runs from Paris to Lille.