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- Orléans
Orléans
At one time the second most important city in France after
Paris, Orléans is today a modest and attractive city well worth a
day visit to explore its cobbled streets. Chief attractions are the
magnificent neo-Gothic Orléans Cathedral, the House of Joan of Arc,
and the ornately decorated Hotel de Ville. Orléans' long history
stretches to a time before the Romans but its most famous event was
Joan of Arc's deliverance of the city from the English in 1429. The
occasion is commemorated most fervently with Joan of Arc Day
celebrated each year on the 8th of May, when Orléans makes merry
with lively street parades in medieval style.
Information & Facts
Language
French is the official language.
Money
The Euro (EUR) is the official currency in France. Currency can
be exchanged at banks, bureaux de change and some large hotels,
though you will get a better exchange rate at the ATMs. Major
credit cards are widely accepted, as are travellers cheques,
particularly in major tourist destinations. Foreign currency is not
accepted.
Time
Local time is GMT +1 (GMT +2 between last Sunday in March and
last Sunday in October).