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5 reasons to visit Picardy >The gardens of PicardyIn France, Picardy is the region with the largest number of public and private garden owners and enthusiasts. The region has 70 parks and gardens open to the public. With such diverse countryside, each walk is different...> Remember those who fought for their countries through the sites and memorials of the Great WarPicardy shares a common history with Britain for it was where the Somme battle took place. The region is filled with history and has many museums, sites and memorials for the visitors to see.>Walk around wild forests and discover rare bird speciesPaths in Picardy offer a plethora of possibilities: circular walks for beginners and more demanding trails for hardened walkers, all of which will let you discover the region's exceptional heritage and countryside, natural and untouched. > The birthplace of the gothic architectureThe most innovative buildings of all time have risen from Picardy soil. Amiens is the largest cathedral in France, and Beauvais the tallest. The six cathedrals of Piacrdy cover the entire history of gothic architecture.>Discover the taste of rural France Picardy is a great place to experience the true French “art de vivre”. With a wonderful combination of dishes and cheeses, Picardy has plenty of delicacies to satisfy the connoisseur in a lovely and cosy atmosphere
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