By Taylor, Katie and Laura NORMANDY NORMANDY By Taylor, Katie and Laura

History of Normandy -Normandy was a province in the north-west of France, under the Ancient Regime. -The name of Normandy is derived from the settlement and conquest of the territory by Vikings from the 9th century, and confirmed by the treaty in the 10th century. -Normandy became the landing site for the invasion, and liberation of Europe from Nazi Germany. D-Day >

The difference between Centigrade and Fahrenheit is a 32 degrees. Climate and Weather The difference between Centigrade and Fahrenheit is a 32 degrees. Normandy has a real 'Maritime' climate with winters that are generally mild (frost & snow not too frequent). Summers are a little warmer than in southern Britain with average sunshine hours of between 6 to 8 hours per day. Rain occurs at all times of the year (small increase in winter).

Why to Travel to Normandy? D-Day beaches, cemetery's and museums - I've visited Normandy twice alone just for this reason. Mont St.Michelle - France's tourist attraction No.2 after the Eiffel tower 600km of interesting coastline with excellent bathing opportunities Caen, Rouen and all the places in Normandy with magnificent castles, ruins and cathedrals Visit Monet's garden, you'll know the famous paintings  Easy to get to from the UK, just a quick trip by ferry or through the Channel tunnel Lovely countryside

Places to visit in Normandy Alençon- a beautiful town with many old houses. Argentan- has another style of lace making called Point d’Argentan. this is in the centre of the horse-breeding area in Orne Coutances- The cathedral is exceptional and particularly important to Jersey which comes under the diocese of Coutances.  Etretat- is a popular bathing resort and is famous for its cliffs