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Lorraine [Note 1] is a cultural and historical region in Northeastern France, now located in the administrative region of Grand Est. Its name stems from the medieval kingdom of Lotharingia (855–959 AD), which in turn was named after either Emperor Lothair I or King Lothair II.
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Lorraine, historical region of France, incorporated since January 2016 into the administrative region of Grand Est. Created by the Treaty of Verdun as part of Lotharingia in 843, Lorraine was contested by Germany and Burgundy during the Middle Ages and fell under French control in the 17th century.
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Meuse. The Meuse department (western Lorraine) is most visited for its war related sights. - Verdun in the north of the region, was the scene of one of the most terrible battles in the history of war, from 1916-1918 and perhaps 750,000 dead. Even now, 100 years later, many people like to visit and pay tribute and their respects to those who died.
- Nancy. The old capital of Lorraine, Nancy is renowned for its magnificent 18th-century Baroque architecture. One of Europe's most exquisite squares, the UNESCO-listed Place Stanislas is lined with impressive palaces featuring ornate balconies.
- Metz. Visitors marvel over the variety of cultural attractions in Metz, while delighting in the city's old-world ambience. The Colline Sainte-Croix quarter is an enchanting cluster of cobblestone streets, narrow lanes, pleasant shaded squares, and handsome historic houses.
- Toul. Because of its strategic location, Toul was fortified in the 17th century. Defensive walls with four gates (including the Porte de Metz designed by Vauban) still surround the town.
- Verdun. Verdun has endured a turbulent past. The medieval walled town defended itself from invaders with an impressive system of ramparts (remnants include the 12th-century Porte Châtel and the 14th-century Porte Chaussée).
The Lorraine area consists of four departments, Meurthe-et-Moselle (54), Meuse (55), Moselle (57), and Vosges (88). It is the only French region to border on three different foreign countries – Belgium, Luxembourg, and Germany: it also borders on three other French regions, Alsace to the east, Champagne-Ardenne to the west, and Franche-Comté to the south.
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Jan 29, 2022 · Lorraine is famous worldwide for its quiche, macarons, Mirabelle plum and madeleine.It is home to more than 2,3 million inhabitants (Lorrains and Lorraines).For many years, the region was synonymous with coal, iron and steel industries and was in the 1960 the 3rd economical region in France.
2023. 9. Musée des Beaux-Arts de Nancy. 801. Art Museums. The Museum of Fine Arts The Museum of Fine Arts or le Musée de Beaux-Arts was created in 1793 and is housed in one of the striking 18th century buildings in Place Stanislas. The museum's walls are a witness to the architectural and urban development of Nancy.
