Picardie, France
Located in the west of Picardie, the department of Oise has something to offer any visitor. There are historical towns, buildings and important sites, dating from medieval times to the First World War. Families will be well entertained by the major amusement parks in the region, while horse lovers are well catered for with several equestrian centres. Other outdoor activities can also be enjoyed in the region's forests and lakes. Beauvais The highlight of the medieval town of Beauvais is the unfinished St Pierre cathedral, started in the 13th century and abandoned 300 years later. However, the architect and designers still had time to create the highest chancel in all of France, some exquisite stained glass windows and an amazing astronomical clock, with over 90,000 moving parts, which still works today. The town of Beauvais is also famous for the production of tapestries, many of which hang in the greatest houses and museums across Europe. The National Tapestry Museum is...