Arras
Arras is a city and commune in northern France, préfecture (capital) of the Pas-de-Calais département. In 1999, its population was 43,567.
Sights
The centre of the town is marked by two large squares. The Grande Place and the Place des Heros. These are surrounded by buildings restored to the pre-war conditions. Most notable are the gothic town hall and the cathedral.
Related Topics:
Gothic - Cathedral
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Vimy Memorial is a memorial just north of the town honouring a major WW I Canadian battle.
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