Lille for Pleasure - Softcover

Derek Blyth

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1873429924 ISBN 13: 9781873429921

Publisher: Pallas Athene, 2004

Synopsis

Lille is City of Culture 2004 and has created a spectacularly innovative programme of events as part of the year-long celebrations. But it is also an ancient town with a fascinating history, poised as it is on the border of France and Dutch-speaking Flanders. A beautiful old city, spectacular fortifications, intriguing Art Nouveau architecture, as well as a famous museum, and plenty of opportunities to savour the Flemish enthusiasm for fine food and drink, make Lille a most attractive destination, and one that is easily reached by Eurostar. Derek Blyth has been exploring Lille for many years. His pocket guide contains four walks through the historic centre of the city, and is illustrated with Renaissance paintings, early maps, historical photographs and engravings. Full practical information, including reviews and recommendations for hotels and restaurants, is included, together with recommendations for making the most of the Cultural Capital celebrations.

About this title

Review:

'One quickly develops enormous respect for his knowledge.' --The Low Countries Yearbook

About the Author:

Derek Blyth born in Dundee, has been living in the Low Countries for thirty years, based first in Amsterdam and now in Brussels, where he works as a writer, journalist and translator.

About this edition

• Publisher: Pallas Athene
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 1873429924
• ISBN 13: 9781873429921
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 208