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LILLE
, by far the largest city in the north, is the very symbol of French industry and working-class politics. Its mayor, Pierre Mauroy, was the first Socialist prime minister appointed by Mitterrand in 1981. The city has a lovely centre, Vieux Lille, some vibrant and obviously prosperous commercial areas, modern residential squares, a large university, a brand-new métro system, and a very serious attitude to its culture and restaurants. Although you may not consider Lille a prime destination, if you're travelling through this region it's worth at least a day and a night.
The City
The focal point of the city is the
Grande-Place
(otherwise known as place du Général-de-Gaulle), which marks the southern boundary of the old quarter,
Vieux Lille
. To the south is the central pedestrianized shopping area which...
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