Caen | Define Caen at Dictionary.com Caen [kahn; French kahn] /kɑn; French kɑ̃/ Spell noun 1. a city and the capital of Calvados, in NW France, SW of Le Havre: many Norman buildings destroyed 1944. Calvados [kal-vuh-dohs, -dos, kal-vuh-dohs, -dos; for 1 also French kal-va-daws] /ˌkæl vəˈdoʊs, -ˈdɒs, ˈkæl vəˌdoʊs, -ˌdɒs; for 1 also French kal vaˈdɔs/ Spell Coventry's twin towns and cities - Caen, France | Coventry City Council Coventry's twin towns and cities Caen About the town or city Caen is the capital of the French department of Calvados in the region of Normandy and has a population of about 130,000. The link was established in 1957 when the Lord Mayor of Coventry attended the opening of Caen University.

An unofficial link of friendship with Caen dates back from December 1946, when the BBC arranged an international Christmas Day Broadcast and attempted to link Coventry with Caen, Arnhem, Stalingrad and Warsaw. As a result, the contact between the Mayors became even more frequent. Caen is a city located in Normandy on the River Orne and linked by canal to the English Channel. Caen is the capital of the department of Calvados, and it retains several fine buildings despite suffering heavy damage during World War II. Especially noteworthy are two examples of 11th-century Norman Romanesque architecture. William the Conqueror founded the Abbaye-aux-Hommes, and William's wife, Matilda, founded the Abbaye-aux-Dames. Other landmarks in Caen include a 16th-century mansion, an 11th-century castle, and the Church of Saint-Pierre, a chiefly Gothic structure with Renaissance embellishments. The city is the site of the University of Caen, founded in 1432 by Henry VI of England. It is also a seaport, an agricultural centre, and a manufacturing city.

Local products include iron and steel, textiles, lace, electronic equipment, and processed food, and much iron ore is mined nearby. Caen | France | Britannica.com France list of cities and towns in France Caen, city, capital of Calvados département, Basse-Normandie région, northwestern France , on the Orne River , 9 miles (14 km) from the English Channel , southwest of Le Havre . It first became important under the Norman dukes in the 10th and 11th centuries and was the capital of lower Normandy in the time of William the Conqueror . Captured by the English twice—in 1346 and in 1417—it was held by them until 1450. The revocation of the Edict of Nantes (1685) broke the prosperity of the city, which had become Protestant. During the Revolution, it was a centre for the Girondist movement. Following the Allied Normandy invasion in 1944, the Germans used Caen as the hinge of their resistance to the British–Canadian advance, and the city was two-thirds destroyed.

It was reconstructed, with planned industrial zones between the Orne and the port canal. A green plain, the Prairie Saint-Gilles, faces the city’s southwest side, and public gardens were planted in the city centre. The university, founded in 1432 by Henry VI of England, was resited and reopened in 1957. The Caen Memorial (opened 1988) is a museum dedicated to both war and peace. The church of Saint-Étienne (the Abbaye-aux-Hommes; see photograph ), and that of La Trinité (the Abbaye-aux-Dames), escaped war damage; both date from the 1060s and are fine specimens of Norman Romanesque. William the Conqueror’s tomb is in front of Saint-Étienne’s high altar, and the tomb of his wife, Matilda, stands in La Trinité’s choir. William’s remains were thrown out during the French Revolution . Saint-Étienne has an austere facade bare of ornament. Its two towers, rising to 295 feet (90 m), are topped by 13th-century spires.

The abbey buildings, redone in the 17th century, now house municipal offices. La Trinité’s Norman solidity is overburdened by later (especially 19th-century) restoration work. The nave serves as the parish church, the transept and choir as part of the city hospital (hôtel-dieu). Midway between these two churches is the highly decorated church of Saint-Pierre, its Gothic and French Renaissance beauties restored after wartime damage. On the Place Saint-Pierre stands the Hôtel Le Valois d’Escoville, a restored Renaissance mansion (1538). The house where the poet François de Malherbe was born (1555) is on the rue Saint-Pierre. Similar Topics About: Caen About: Caen An Entity of Type : place , from Named Graph : , within Data Space : dbpedia.org Caen (/kɑːn/; [kɑ̃]; Norman: Kaem) is a commune in northwestern France. It is the prefecture of the Calvados department.

The city proper has 108,365 inhabitants (as of 2012), while its urban area has 420,000, making Caen the largest city in former Lower Normandy. It is also the second largest municipality in all of Normandy after Le Havre and the third largest city proper in Normandy, after Rouen and Le Havre. The metropolitan area of Caen, in turn, is the second largest in Normandy after that of Rouen, the 21st largest in France. Property abstract Caen [kɑ̃] ist eine Stadt in der französischen Region Normandie und mit 107.229 Einwohnern (Stand 1. Januar 2013) die größte Stadt im Département Calvados. Außerdem ist sie Sitz der Präfektur des Départements. Die Präfektur verwaltet auch das Arrondissement Caen; es besteht aus 20 Kantonen. Die Stadt selbst untergliedert sich in fünf Kantone.

Sie liegt am Fluss Orne, 15 Kilometer oberhalb von dessen Mündung in den Ärmelkanal, sowie 50 Kilometer südwestlich von Le Havre. (de) Caen (prononcé [ˈkɑ̃]) est une commune française de l'ouest de la France en Normandie. Préfecture du département du Calvados, elle était jusqu'au 31 décembre 2015 le chef-lieu de l'ancienne région Basse-Normandie. La ville est pressentie pour devenir le siège du conseil régional de Normandie (Rouen étant actuellement le chef-lieu provisoire de la Normandie réunifiée), ce qui ferait d'elle la capitale politique de la Normandie. Elle est nommée la « Ville aux cent clochers » comme une dizaine de villes en France. Ses habitants sont appelés les Caennais ([ka.ˈnɛ] ou [ka.ˈne] selon le parler normand).

Cité de Guillaume le Conquérant et capitale du duché de Normandie avec Rouen, la ville a hérité d’un riche patrimoine architectural, qu’elle a su préserver au cours des siècles jusqu’à la Seconde Guerre mondiale, où elle fut d’ailleurs une place-clef de la bataille de Normandie. La ville en a gardé la mémoire en édifiant notamment un Mémorial pour la Paix, célèbre dans le monde pour les cérémonies de commémorations qui y ont lieu. Du fait de son positionnement dans la recherche (avec le Ganil par exemple), de l'ancienneté de son université (fondée en 1432 après celles de Paris et Montpellier), de sa grande richesse culturelle (ville d'Europe la plus pourvue en librairies indépendantes rapporté au nombre d'habitants) et de son caractère festif, Caen est souvent considérée comme la capitale culturelle et intellectuelle de la Normandie.

Peuplée intra-muros de 107 229 habitants, et à la tête d'une aire urbaine de 403 633 habitants, Caen est la commune la plus peuplée du département du Calvados, la troisième commune et agglomération (après Le Havre et Rouen) de la région. L'aire urbaine de Caen, quant à elle, est la deuxième de Normandie après celle de Rouen, et occupe le 21e rang national. (fr) Caen (/kɑ̃ː/) es una ciudad del oeste de Francia situada en la región de Normandía. Es la prefectura del departamento de Calvados; y desde el 1 de enero de 2016, sede del Consejo Regional de Normandía. (es) كاين (بالفرنسية : Caen) (تنطق بالفرنسية: [kɑ̃]) هي مدينة فرنسية في الشمال الغربي من البلاد.

كا هي محافظة في إقليم كلفادوس وعاصمة منطقة باس نورماندي وتبعد ب١٥ كيلومتر (٩٫٣ ميل) عن بحر المانش.تعرف كا ببناياتها المشيدة في عهد ويليام الفاتح المدفون بها و معركة كاين المدمرة التي دارت رحاها قرب المدينة خلال غزو نورماندي في 1944 والتي قضت خلالها معظم المدينة.تقع كا في مركز المنطقة الشمالية على بعد ساعاتين من باريس ومربوطة بجنوب إنجلترا عبر خط العبارات (أويسترهام-بورتسموث) وتسيطر على الحياة السياسية والثقافية والاقتصادية لتيك المنطقة.كمدينة ويليام الفاتح، لكاين تراث عريق، فقد مالت على مدى قرون طويلة حتى نهاية الحرب العالمية الثانية، حيث كانت أيضا إحدى المراحل الرئيسية لمعركة نورماندي.

حافظت المدينة على ذاكرتها من خلال بناء نصب تذكاري للسلام.بموقعها القريب من الشاطئ توفر المدينة كافة سبل الراحة والاستجمام بواسطة محطاتها السياحية على طول شاطئ هبوط قوات الحلفاء في معركة نورماندي.تعتبر كا المدينة الرئيسية في باس نورماندي بساكنة تقدر ب 113249 نسمة ورائدة منطقة كا الحضرية التي بلغ عدد سكانها في 2006 420000 نسمة وهي المدينة الثالثة من حيث عدد السكان في نورمندي بعد روان ولو هافر. (ar) Caen (/kɑːn/; [kɑ̃]; Norman: Kaem) is a commune in northwestern France. It is the prefecture of the Calvados department. The city proper has 108,365 inhabitants (as of 2012), while its urban area has 420,000, making Caen the largest city in former Lower Normandy.

It is also the second largest municipality in all of Normandy after Le Havre and the third largest city proper in Normandy, after Rouen and Le Havre. The metropolitan area of Caen, in turn, is the second largest in Normandy after that of Rouen, the 21st largest in France. It is located 15 km (9.3 mi) inland from the English Channel, two hours north-west of Paris, and connected to the south of England by the Caen-(Ouistreham)-Portsmouth ferry route. Caen is located in the centre of its northern region, and it is a centre of political, economic and cultural power. Located a few miles from the coast, the landing beaches, the bustling resort of Deauville and Cabourg, Norman Switzerland or Pays d'Auge, Caen is often considered the archetype of Normandy. Caen is known for its historical buildings built during the reign of William the Conqueror, who was buried there, and for the Battle for Caen—heavy fighting that took place in and around Caen during the Battle of Normandy in 1944, destroying much of the city.

The city has now preserved the memory by erecting a memorial for peace. (en) Caen /kɑ̃/ è una città francese di 112.218 abitanti (200.000 con l'agglomerato e una zona urbana di 420.000 abitanti), capoluogo del dipartimento del Calvados e della regione della Bassa Normandia. È attraversata dal fiume Orne. (it) カーン（Caen）はフランスの北西部に位置する都市で、バス＝ノルマンディー地域圏の首府であり、カルヴァドス県の県庁所在地である。カンとも表記される。 (ja) Caen [kã] is een stad in Frankrijk, de hoofdstad van de voormalige regio regio Basse-Normandie en van de prefectuur van het Franse Calvados en ligt 15 kilometer landinwaarts vanaf Het Kanaal. De rivier de Orne doorsnijdt de stad.

Caen telde 107.229 inwoners in 2013 en de agglomeratie van Caen telt 385.482 inwoners. Caen draagt ook de bijnaam van stad met honderd klokken. De inwoners worden naast de Caennais (/Kanè/ of /Kané/ ook de Caennaises (/kanèz/) genoemd. Caen is de eerste stad van de regio Basse-Normandie, ze is de tweede stad na Le Havre en het derde stedelijk gebied na Rouen en Le Havre. Caen ligt op enkele uren rijden van Parijs, op luttele afstand van de Normandische Parelmoerkust (Côte de Nacre), vlak bij de stranden van de ontscheping en mondaine badplaatsen zoals Deauville en Cabourg van de Bloemenkust (Côte Fleurie). Via de ferrylijn Caen-Portsmouth sluit de stad aan bij het zuiden van Engeland.

(nl) Caen – miasto i gmina w północnej Francji, stolica historycznej Normandii i ośrodek administracyjny regionu Dolna Normandia oraz departamentu Calvados. Według danych na rok 1990 gminę zamieszkiwało 112 846 osób, a gęstość zaludnienia wynosiła 4391 osób/km² (wśród 1815 gmin Dolnej Normandii Caen plasuje się na 1. miejscu pod względem liczby ludności, natomiast pod względem powierzchni na miejscu 56.). W aglomeracji mieszkało około 220 tysięcy osób. Caen leży nad rzeką Orne, w pobliżu jej ujścia do kanału La Manche. Przemysł samochodowy, elektroniczny, farmaceutyczny, papierniczy i cementowy. W Caen znajduje się port handlowy i rybacki.

Jest połączone z La Manche kanałem. Połączenie promowe z Portsmouth (Wielka Brytania). Caen jest również starym ośrodkiem naukowym z uniwersytetem (od 1432), politechniką i licznymi instytutami badawczymi. W mieście znajduje się stacja kolejowa Gare de Caen. (pl) Caen (pronúncia AFI: /kɑ̃/) é uma comuna francesa na região administrativa da Normandia, no departamento Calvados. Estende-se por uma área de 25,7 km². Em 2010 a comuna tinha 108 954 habitantes (densidade: 4 239,5 hab./km²).391 hab/km².

Caen é bastante conhecida por suas construções erguidas durante o reinado de Guilherme o Conquistador (Guillaume le Conquérant), onde o mesmo está enterrado, e também devido às batalhas da Segunda Guerra Mundial (tomada de Caen, desembarque da Normandia), as quais deixaram a cidade praticamente destruída. Seus habitantes se chamam Caennais. (pt) Кан (фр. Caen [ˈkɑ̃ ], норманд. Caën, лат. Cadomum) — город и коммуна на северо-западе Франции, столица региона Нижняя Нормандия и префектура (административный центр) департамента Кальвадос. Население — 109 тыс. человек (2007).

(ru) 卡昂（法语：Caen）法國西北部城市，下诺曼底大区的首府和卡尔瓦多斯省的省会，城中有奥恩河流过。人们有时把它戏称为“百塔之城”。卡昂位于下诺曼底大区中部偏北，是下诺曼底的政治、经济和文化中心，乘坐火车两小时可抵达巴黎，或者在卡昂北部14公里处的乌伊斯特雷昂乘船，可抵达英国朴次茅斯。卡昂以威廉一世时期修建的历史建筑而闻名，並有可鳥瞰全市的古蹟－康城城堡。其中居民人數約為115,000人，若包括其周圍衛星市鎮，人數約略有200000人。 (zh) comment Caen [kɑ̃] ist eine Stadt in der französischen Region Normandie und mit 107.229 Einwohnern (Stand 1. Januar 2013) die größte Stadt im Département Calvados.

Außerdem ist sie Sitz der Präfektur des Départements. Die Präfektur verwaltet auch das Arrondissement Caen; es besteht aus 20 Kantonen. Die Stadt selbst untergliedert sich in fünf Kantone. Sie liegt am Fluss Orne, 15 Kilometer oberhalb von dessen Mündung in den Ärmelkanal, sowie 50 Kilometer südwestlich von Le Havre. (de) Caen (/kɑ̃ː/) es una ciudad del oeste de Francia situada en la región de Normandía. Es la prefectura del departamento de Calvados; y desde el 1 de enero de 2016, sede del Consejo Regional de Normandía. (es) Caen /kɑ̃/ è una città francese di 112.218 abitanti (200.000 con l'agglomerato e una zona urbana di 420.000 abitanti), capoluogo del dipartimento del Calvados e della regione della Bassa Normandia. È attraversata dal fiume Orne.

(it) Caen, France | Information from NormandyHotels.net Caen Memorial Caen - the heart of Lower Normandy Caen is these days one of the most attractive and accessible places to visit in northern France. It is situated close to ferry ports, located at the heart of a good motorway network and offers plenty to see and do both in the city and in the surrounding region. Talking of regions, Caen is the capital of Lower Normandy. Back in the days of William the Conqueror the town had been promoted as an administrative and cultural centre and it retains that role today, both with the regional administration, the major historic sites and the local university. This part of France has always had a strong agricultural tradition and links to the sea through the English Channel (or La Manche, as the French would call it). The local cuisine features much regional produce: Caen is also the prefecture of the Calvados administrative area (Calvados is the famous French apple brandy from the region) and butter, alcohol and cream feature in the rich local recipes. However those of a tender disposition might do well to avoid another speciality: 'tripes à la mode de Caen'.

The dish, supposedly created by a monk from the Abbaye-aux-Hommes in the Middle Ages, consists of a stew of the four separate stomachs of a cow along with a trotter. How do I pronounce Caen? The answer is: with some difficulty if you don't speak French with a decent accent already. If you know the French word 'quand' already, it would be very similar (apart from the 'd' sound which sometimes appears before the next word). Try to think of the first part of the English word 'condiment' but in a French accent. If you say the section 'con' with too much of an English accent (in other words, shorter and harder) it becomes quite a strong French insult! Where does the name Caen come from? There are many stories and theories about the origins of the name Caen, probably due to the fact that many different versions were used in official documents of the Dukes of Normandy. The most popular answer seems to be that the current name eventually evolved from a longer conjunction of two Celtic words meaning 'battle' and 'plain'. By the 15th century, 'Caen' was in common usage along with the Latin version 'Cadomus'.

Caen and the UK The whole area near the coast is connected historically to the UK. After all, the Bayeux tapestry commemorates the invasion of England by William the Conqueror (who is responsible for some of the most important sites in Caen). After that Norman invasion (1066 is possibly engraved in the minds of most English schoolchildren) the city was also fought over during the suitably-named Hundred Years' War. The Battle of Caen was one of the first engagements of a 14th-century invasion by the English and the capture of Caen led to a massacre of around half the inhabitants and, eventually, to foreign control of this part of France for the next 200 years. The Battle for Caen took place after the Normandy beach landings in 1944. Originally the plan had called for Caen to be captured in the first advance off the beachheads and the capture of the strategic bridge over the Orne at Ouistreheim (the port of Caen) was one of the first actions of D-Day. However a strong counter-attack led to a long stalemate around the Caen region.

It was finally captured just over a month later at the cost of many civilian deaths and the destruction of much of the city through aerial bombardment. Caen Facts and Figures Caen is the capital of Lower Normandy and is actually the second-largest town in the region, with a slightly larger population (ca. 113,000) than its Upper Norman neighbour Rouen. (Le Havre, which is the capital of neither departement, is actually the largest city by quite a long way.) All three cities however have a larger urban area surrounding them. Caen is also the prefecture of Calvados, one of the three Lower Norman departements. It is twinned with Würzburg in Germany (the city council deliberately decided to choose a German town as the first partner in a spirit of post-War reconciliation). In the meantime, it also has twinning arrangements with the town of Portsmouth in the UK and Nashville, Tennessee and Alexandria, Virginia, in the USA (as well as other eastern European and African cities). Province of Normandy, France and more!

NORMANDY The historic region of Normandy (French: Normandie) is located in northern France along the English Channel between Picardy on the east and Brittany on the west. It is predominantly agricultural, producing milk, butter, and cheese; apples; grain; thoroughbred horses; and calvados, an apple brandy. Camembert cheese is a local specialty. According to tradition, when Saint Aubert, bishop of Avranches, built an oratory in 709 on top of a mount, he did so at the command of the archangel Michael. That was the first building on what is now Mont-Saint-Michel, a famous pilgrimage center in the Middle Ages and today one of France's celebrated tourist sites. (Aztech New Media Corp.) The most famous spot in western Normandy is the offshore shrine of Mont-Saint-Michel . Normandy's principal cities are Caen , Cherbourg , Le Havre , and Rouen . The Seine River is the region's major waterway. Normandy was part of ancient Gaul. Conquered by Julius Caesar in the 1st century BC, the area was incorporated into the Roman province of Lugdunensis in 27 BC.

Franks overran the area during the 5th century. Beginning in the 9th century, NORMANS repeatedly raided the coast and began to settle there. In 911 the Normans were ceded the area by the French king CHARLES III. Their leader, Rollo, was recognized as the 1st duke of Normandy. The duchy became extremely powerful, and, in 1066, Duke William conquered England, being crowned there as WILLIAM I. On William's death, succession disputes among his sons divided Normandy and England, but the English king HENRY I obtained Normandy in 1106. Seized by Geoffrey Plantagenet, count of Anjou, in 1144, Normandy was reunited with England when Geoffrey's son, HENRY II, succeeded to the English throne in 1154. After 1204, when PHILIP II of France conquered the area, Normandy was a French possession, but the English twice invaded it during the HUNDRED YEARS' WAR (1338-1453). They were finally expelled in 1450.

Normandy lost its status as a province and administrative unit in 1790 and was divided into the departments of Calvados, Eure, Manche, Orne, and Seine-Maritime. In World War II the Normandy Invasion was the first step in the Allied invasion of Europe. Caen Caen {kahn} is the capital of Calvados department in Normandy in northern France, and has a population of 112,846 (1990). Located on the Orne River about 14 km (9 mi) inland from the English Channel, Caen is a major port and trade center for the surrounding agricultural region and is connected to the channel by canal. The development of nearby iron mines has enhanced its economy. Other industries include steel, textiles, and electronic equipment. A university, founded in 1432 by Henry VI of England, and several trade schools are located there. Historical landmarks include the 11th-century Abbaye-Aux-Hommes founded by William the Conqueror; the Abbaye-Aux-Dames founded (1066) by William's wife Matilda; and the Church of Saint-Pierre.

Caen served as the capital of Normandy under William the Conqueror. It was captured by the English in 1346 and was ruled by them from 1417 to 1450. During the French Revolution, Caen was an anti-Republican stronghold. The city was severely damaged in June and July of 1944 during the Allied invasion of France, but it has since been largely rebuilt. Cherbourg Cherbourg {shair-boor'} is a town in Normandy in northwestern France. It is in the department of Manche on the English Channel and has a population of 27,121 (1990). A naval base and seaport, Cherbourg includes coal, timber, and shipbuilding among its industries. England and France vied for control of the city until Charles VII of France secured it in 1450. The harbor opens on a wide bay sheltered naturally on three sides. A fortified breakwater to the north was started by Louis XVI in 1776 and was completed in 1846. The harbor, badly damaged in World War II, has been reconstructed.

Le Havre Le Havre {luh ahv'}, the second largest seaport of France, is located in northern France on the English Channel at the estuary of the Seine River. The city has a population of 195,854 (1990); that of the conurbation is 253,627. Le Havre is France's principal Atlantic port. Although passenger liner traffic has declined, the cross-channel trade in cargo has increased rapidly. Much cargo destined for Paris via the Seine River is transshipped here. Le Havre has a variety of industries, including sugar and petroleum refining, shipbuilding, and the manufacture of heavy machinery and electrical equipment. Once a small fishing village, Le Havre took on added significance in 1517 when Francis I began harbor improvements. The port was an important military base during both world wars. Le Havre was occupied by the Germans and suffered much damage from Allied bombing during World War II. Postwar Le Havre is virtually a new city, with extensive new harbor facilities as well.

Mont-Saint-Michel Mont-Saint-Michel {mohn-san-mee-shel'} is a 1-ha (3-acre) rocky islet topped by a famous Gothic abbey, 1.6 km (1 mi) off the northwest coast of France in the Bay of Mont-Saint-Michel in the English Channel. The island, located 5 km (3 mi) from the shore during the Middle Ages, is now surrounded by water only two times a month. Its one cobblestone street climbs in three spirals from a great granite base to the towering Benedictine abbey of Mont-Saint-Michel, an architectural masterpiece built in the 13th century, replacing the original abbey, which was founded in 708 by St. Aubert, bishop of Avranches, but destroyed by King Philip II of France in 1203. Its fortifications enabled the islet to withstand repeated English assaults during the Hundred Years' War. The abbey served as a prison during Napoleon's reign.

Restored after 1863, and connected to the mainland by a causeway (completed 1875), the abbey is preserved as a national historical monument and is one of France's great tourist attractions. Rouen Rouen {roo-ahn'} is a city in northwestern France on the Seine River, about 115 km (70 mi) northwest of Paris. The city population is 102,723 (1990) and that of the conurbation, 380,161 (1990). Rouen serves as a major port for Paris and as a transshipment point for bulk products such as petroleum, coal, phosphates, wood products, and wines, as well as manufactured goods from Paris. Rouen's industries manufacture textiles, chemicals, soap, brandy, paper, and processed food. Ship repairing and petroleum refining are also economically important. Despite severe destruction during World War II, the city has saved much of its past and is known as the Museum City. Historical and architectural treasures make Rouen a tourist center. The restored 13th-century Cathedral of Notre Dame is but one of several important churches.

The city is now part of the future planning region for Greater Paris. The university was established in 1966. Several museums exhibit the work of French masters. The site of Rouen was originally settled by Celts and later by the Romans as Rotumagus. Its name was changed to Rouen during the Middle Ages. The city was held by the English from 1066 to 1204 and from 1419 to 1449. The trial and execution of Joan of Arc occurred there in 1431. It was taken by the Germans in 1870 and again in 1940 but recaptured by the Allies in 1944. Bibliography: History intro (Timothy J. Rickard, Professor of Geography, Central Connecticut State College, New Britain.); Caen; Cherbourg; Le Havre (Lawrence M. Sommers, Professor of Geography, Michigan State University, East Lansing.); Mont-Saint-Michel; Rouen (Lawrence M. Sommers): 1997 Grolier Multimedia Encyclopedia v9.0.1., Grolier Interactive Inc., Danbury, CT.

Fodor's 99 France , Editor: Natasha Lesser, Fodor's Travel Publications, New York. Normandy Links: Caen | Article about Caen by The Free Dictionary Caen | Article about Caen by The Free Dictionary Also found in: Dictionary , Acronyms , Wikipedia . Caen (käN), city (1990 pop. 115,624), capital of Calvados dept., N France, in Normandy, on the Orne River. It is a busy port, canalized (by Napoleon I) directly to the sea. The commercial center of the rich Calvados Calvados , department (1990 pop. 621,300), in Normandy, N France, on the English Channel. Caen is the capital. ..... Click the link for more information. region, it is highly industrialized, with a thermal power station and extensive steelworks along the Orne; the nearby iron-ore mines are among the largest in France. The city's manufactures include motor vehicle parts, electronic gear, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and paper.

Caen's importance dates from the 11th cent., when it was a favorite residence of William I William I or William the Conqueror, 1027?–1087, king of England (1066–87). Earnest and resourceful, William was not only one of the greatest of English monarchs but a pivotal figure in European history as well. ..... Click the link for more information. of England (William the Conqueror). During the French Revolution it was a rallying place for the federalists; Charlotte Corday Corday, Charlotte (Marie Anne Charlotte Corday d'Armont) , 1768–93, assassin of Jean Paul Marat. Although of aristocratic background, she sympathized with the Girondists in the French Revolution and felt that Marat, in his persecution of the Girondists, was acting as the ..... Click the link for more information. lived there. The town, an architectural gem, was largely destroyed by bombardment during the Normandy campaign Normandy campaign, June to Aug., 1944, in World War II.

The Allied invasion of the European continent through Normandy began about 12:15 AM on June 6, 1944 (D-day). The plan, known as Operation Overlord, had been prepared since 1943; supreme command over its execution was ..... Click the link for more information. of World War II; the 14th-century Church of St. Peter's lost its famous spire, while the castle of William the Conqueror and the town hall (17th cent.) were destroyed beyond repair. However, three outstanding examples of 11th-century Norman architecture Norman architecture, term applied to the buildings erected by the Normans in all lands that fell under their dominion. It is used not only in England and N France, but also in S Italy (Apulia) and in Sicily. ..... Click the link for more information. were preserved: the Abbaye aux Hommes [men's abbey], founded by William the Conqueror, who is buried there; the Abbaye aux Dames [women's abbey], founded by Queen Matilda; and the Church of St. Nicholas.

The university (founded 1432 and also destroyed) has been rebuilt; in 1964 its technical institute became the National School of Advanced Electronics and Electromechanic Studies. A school of hydrography is also in Caen. Caen a city and port in northern France (Normandy), on the Orne River, near the coast of the English Channel, with which it is linked by a ship canal. It is the administrative center of Calvados department. Population, 114, 000 (1968). There is a metallurgical industry, as well as machine-building, textile, chemical, cement, ceramic, food, and woodworking enterprises. Coal is imported in large amounts to meet the needs of the lower Normandy iron-ore region, of which Caen is the center. Dairy products and wine are among the city’s exports. Caen was founded in the early 11th century, and its university was founded in 1432. Architectural monuments include the Romanesque churches of La Trinité (1059-66) and St.

Nicholas (end of the 11th century), an 1 lth-century castle, the Church of St. Peter (13-14th centuries, rebuilt in the 16th century in Early Renaissance style), the late Gothic Church of St. John (15th century), the baroque Notre-Dame-de-la-Gloriette (17th century), the ruins of the Hôtel d’Escoville (1538), and the monastery with its Romanesque church of St. Etienne (1064-77) and buildings from the early 18th century (now a lycée). Caen was rebuilt after its destruction in 1944. New avenues were laid out in the center, and in 1957 the university campus was completed (architects, H. Bernard and E. Hur). A museum of fine arts is located here.

REFERENCE Caen Peninsula Refurbishment - France, Redevelopment - e-architect 1 Mar 2011 MVRDV selected to envision 300ha port refurbishment in Caen, France (Caen, March 1st, 2011) Today the City of Caen, France, announced the architecture teams to work on the refurbishment of a 300ha old industrial area and port, the Caen Peninsula (Presqu’ile de Caen). MVRDV and two other teams have been selected to collaborate for the coming four years on a vision of the future of the capital of Basse-Normandie in the French Departement Calvados. picture from architects Caen was destroyed during the Second World War and has been restored since, the Presqu’ile project is considered its second restoration. The 300ha Presqu’ile de Caen is located between the city centre and the sea and occupied by industrial structures among which some industrial monuments. MVRDV joined forces with French architect Diagram experienced in the site, landscape architect Territoires and engineering firm IOSIS.

The project is a vision of the future based on research and for this the team also comprises of Swiss sociologist Philippe Cabane and Pro-Developpement, a company specialist in development strategy. According to Le Moniteur the city has selected the three offices in a strategic mix: MVRDV was chosen for its innovative urbanism and involvement in Grand Paris, Djamel Klouche with SLETH for the Copenhagen port extension and François Leclercq for his involvement in the Euromediterranee project in Marseille. MVRDV is currently involved in the Atelier du Grand Paris envisioning the future of the French Capital. In Bordeaux MVRDV is working on the transformation of the industrial site Bastide Niel into an urban district with 2600 homes and facilities. Caen Peninsula Refurbishment image / information from MVRDV Caen | Discover our services and book online | Premiere Classe Hotels Adult(s) Kid(s) -10 yo Caen, located 9.3 miles inland from the English Channel, is the capital of Lower Normandy and the prefecture of the Calvados department in northern France. Located in the centre of its region it is a centre of political, economic and cultural power.

With a population of 115,000, it is a busy university city and very modern, with four-fifths of it having been demolished in 1944 and rebuilt in the 1950s and 1960s. The city first gained notoriety when William the Conqueror made it his capital where he went on to build two abbeys as well as the ducal castle. The French regained control of Caen in the 13th century but during the 100 Years’ War in 1346 the English destroyed the city. During the years of rebuilding, the king began building stronger defences around the city. During World War II, the Battle of Normandy affected much of Caen, as heavy battle raged through the city. The rebuilding that was needed as a result ensued shortly after the war. In total it is said that the rebuilding of the city took around 14 years. Two-day trip Two days is just about enough time to get to know the city of Caen. Premiere Classe Hotel Caen Est – Mondeville is just a short taxi ride from the town centre.

You will want to spend your first day exploring what William the Conqueror left behind. First head to Chateau de Caen where you will discover one of the largest medieval fortresses in Western Europe and inside also lies the Museum of Normandy. After this check out the two abbeys William had built: Eglise St Etienne and Eglise de la St Trinite. For your second day why not relax in the beautiful Jardin des Plantes in the morning before paying a visit to the Memorial for Peace – a museum charting the events leading up to and after D-Day. A one-week break A week is the perfect amount of time to appreciate the city of Caen as well as the surrounding region of Lower Normandy. The Normandy beaches are just a stone’s throw away from Caen and the scenes of the D-Day landings are a must visit as one of the most important European sites in modern history. Also nearby and another important place to visit is the Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial in Colleville-sur-Mer which honours the American soldiers who died in Europe during World War II. A family holiday Caen makes for a great place to take the whole family!

Whether it is a visit to the amazing Parc Festyland amusement park, shopping in the city’s Friday market or Mondeville 2 shopping centre, or relaxing in the one of the city’s three scenic parks there will be something for everyone! Transport The city is served by the Caen la Mer Airport, located in Carpiquet, 6km west of Caen. It is the busiest airport in the region and offers flights to the United Kingdom , Spain , Germany, Tunisia, Morocco and Algeria. The city’s rail station has trains leaving every two hours from Paris while you can also catch trains to Cherbourg, Le Mans and Rennes. For drivers the A13 heads to Paris, the N13 to Cherbourg, the N175 to Rouen, the A84 to Rennes and the N138 to Le Mans and Tours. Also, ferries cross the English Channel from Portsmouth to Ouistreham, 15km north of Caen. While in the city there are efficient bus and tram networks. Gastronomy The region of Lower Normandy offers plenty of delicious food for you try while you are away.

A real favourite, and from Caen, is ‘tripes a la mode de Caen’, which is tripe braised in cider and calvados for hours resulting in a melt in the mouth taste. Other popular dishes include ‘escalope de volaille a la Normande’ (poultry cooked in a cream, butter and mushroom sauce), ‘joue de boeuf’ (cow’s cheek marinated in red wine) and ‘andouille de Vire’ (a pig’s stomach and intestines delicacy). Events Caen offers many chances to experience unique cultural events throughout the year. Perhaps the biggest is the Festival Aspect des Musiques d’Aujourd’hui in March which sees creative music taking over the city with concerts in all its venues and attracts people from all over the country. Other highlights on the calendar include Le Rock dans tous ses Etats Festival which has been rocking music lovers for over 23 years, the Balkan Spring Culture Festival and the Science Festival in October. Interesting fact Caen’s motto up until the French Revolution was ‘one God, one King, one Faith, one Law’. The city has no motto today. Useful links

Question: Caen is the capital of which French Department?
Answer: Calvados