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   Amiens (English: / æ ˈ m j æ̃ / or / ˈ æ m i ə n z / AM-ee-ənz; French: ⓘ; Picard: Anmien, Anmiens or Anmyin) is a city and commune in northern France, located 120 km (75 mi) north of Paris and 100 km (62 mi) south-west of Lille.

   • Elevation: 14–106 m (46–348 ft), (avg. 33 m or 108 ft)
   • Department: Somme

   • Country: France
   • Region: Hauts-de-France

2. www.britannica.com › place › AmiensAmiens | History, Geography, Map, & Points of Interest

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   Amiens, city, capital of Somme département, Hauts-de-France région, principal city and ancient capital of Picardy, northern France, in the Somme River valley, north of Paris. Famed since the Middle Ages are its textile industry and its great Gothic cathedral of Notre-Dame, one of the finest in France. Amiens, France.

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3. www.lonelyplanet.com › france › northern-franceAmiens travel - Lonely Planet | France, Europe

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   Jun 24, 2014 · Discover Amiens, the former capital of Picardy and home of Jules Verne, with its Gothic cathedral, belfry and skyscraper. Find attractions, activities, articles and guidebooks for your trip to Amiens.

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   What is Amiens known for?

   • Amiens is also known for the hortillonnages [ fr], gardens on small islands in over 300 hectares (740 acres) of marshland between the River Somme and River Avre, surrounded by a grid network of human-made canals (locally known as "rieux"). They are also known as the "floating gardens of Amiens".

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   Is Amiens a good place to live?

   • For a small French city in the countryside, Amiens offers a surprising amount of culture. You'll find inspiring historic attractions, such as visiting France's largest cathedral and Europe's first skyscraper. This city also has a sense of fun.

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   Where is Amiens located?

   • At the regional level, Amiens is located 53 kilometres (33 mi) north of Beauvais, 71 kilometres (44 mi) west of Saint-Quentin, 66 kilometres (41 mi) from Compiègne and 102 kilometres (63 mi) from Laon . In area, Amiens is the third-largest settlement in the Somme, after Crécy-en-Ponthieu and Hornoy-le-Bourg .

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   What to do in Amiens?

   • Within a 30-minute drive are the WWI Battlefields of Somme and a park that reenacts scenes from prehistoric times. There are so many reasons to visit Amiens in this picturesque region of northern France. Discover the best places to visit with our list of the top attractions and things to do in Amiens. See also: Where to Stay in Amiens 1.

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   Discover Amiens, a town that celebrates life with its Gothic cathedral, floating gardens and cultural events. Learn why Jules Verne chose to live here and how to get there from Calais in 90 minutes.

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   Discover Amiens, a city rich in cultural heritage and nature, less than 2 hours from Lille and Paris. Explore its UNESCO-listed cathedral, floating gardens, Jules Verne's house, and more attractions and activities.

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   Dec 22, 2023 · Discover the best things to do in Amiens, a small French city with a surprising amount of culture and history. Explore the UNESCO-listed cathedral, the fine arts museum, the medieval quarter, the marsh gardens, and more.

9. www.thecrazytourist.com › 15-best-things-amiens-france15 Best Things to Do in Amiens (France) - The Crazy Tourist

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   Apr 29, 2023 · Lets explore the best things to do in Amiens: 1. Amiens Cathedral Source: karamysh / shutterstock Amiens Cathedral. All kind of ingredients come together to make this one of the world’s great cathedrals, and it’s no wonder that the monument is a UNESCO site.