The Seine-Maritime (department number 76) is located in the region of Haute-Normandie and has an estimated population of 1,245,457 (approximate in 2004). The department was originally known as Seine-Inférieure (Lower Seine) until 1955 when it changed to its current name Seine-Maritime (Coastal-Seine) because Inférieure was regarded as derogatory by the inhabitants of the department.The capital [...]
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Forget Exotic Ski Resorts, France is Still Favourite With Brits
November 20th, 2009
admin The world of skiing is becoming increasingly more interesting as new ski frontiers open up, offering snow sport fans the chance to ski in more exotic locations than ever before. Japan, Chile, Lebanon, Slovakia, Bulgaria and many more countries not renowned for their mountains are attracting British skiers who are looking for a ski experience [...]
Investing In Northern France Property
November 3rd, 2009
admin Anyone considering investing in France should most certainly consider investing in northern French property.Traditionally, Brittany and Normandy have been incredibly popular with British holidaymakers and investors, largely down to their accessibility for short breaks or for those who do not wish to fly.Despite the close proximity to Great Britain, northern France has a genuinely ‘French’ [...]

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