Marché de Noël à Reims, France
Interesting facts about Reims:
- Reims is the world capital of Champagne with a rich history creating and storing popular champagnes.
- The University of Reims was founded in 1547 by Pope Paul III.
- St John Baptist de la Salle and Jean Baptiste Colbert were both born in Reims.
- The Notre-Dame de Reims dominates the Reims skyline, which can be dated back to the fifth century.
- Many French Kings were crowned in the Notre-Dame de Reims, such as Charles VII.
- The city’s elevation is 96 meters or 315 feet above sea level.
- Major Industries in Reims is Tourism and Agriculture and the Major Export is grains.
- 60% of the region’s lands are used as farmland.