Dinan:
Situated in an outstanding location overlooking the valley of the river Rance, the fortified town of Dinan is indisputably one of the most beautiful places in Brittany.
In Roman times it was situated at the crossroads of two important roads: one went to Normandy, the other to Rennes. Dinan is still surrounded by one of the oldest and most extensive ramparts of Brittany.
About 13,000 people live in this picturesque town in the Departement Côtes-d'Armor. Dinan is crammed full of half timbered buildings dating back to the 13th and 14th century with narrow streets opening up to reveal their secret to the visitor - a physical and spiritual presence which remains intact.
I'm lovin' it !!!
Dinard's reputation as the "Cannes of The North" has attracted a wide variety of stars. It really worth it. Winston Churchill enjoyed holidaying on the River Rance. Alfred Hitchcock spent many summers in Dinard and based the house used in his most famous movie Pyscho on a Villa standing over the Plage D'Ecluse.
Lawrence of Arabia lived in Dinard before his Arabic conquests and Piccasso, Monet and many other prominent artists enjoyed the stunning coast line.
In modern history Dinard was first settled by Saint-Malo's shipping merchants who built some of the towns magnificent villas on the cliff tops.
It lies on the Gulf Stream which means it enjoys a warm climate, several degrees warmer than the surrounding areas.
It was a sunny day, I liked the two beaches and the various creeks that you can see along the the cliff walk. The sea colours were green, turquoise. There is a casino with a restaurant facing the sea.
Around 7, decided to go to Saint-Malo to contemplate the sunset.
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