Rouen is the capital of Normandie and is a very charming city.

Although there are many tourist novelties, it did not feel like a tourist city.

It is a combination of modern city life and government centers

As well as historical sites and amazing cathedrals.

It like Paris without the crowds, but has way more homeless people in the shopping districts.

I was pretty fascinated with the historical references to gargoyles

And demons throughout the churches and landmarks.

The Notre Dame cathedral is huge and quite the place to visit. It is under a 7 year renovation to ensure it avoids the fire problems that were encountered with the Notre Dame cathedral in Paris.

The historical library attached to the Notre Dame cathedral was quite amazing and learning about how the monks hated the Vikings was very educational.

What we also learned us that Notre Dame cathedral is where Richard the Lionheart is also buried.

Remember we saw his castle a few days ago?

We also learned and saw where Joan of Arc was burned alive. There are many monuments and discussions on her history here in Rouen.