Brest is a beautiful city with rich history. It was damaged severely during the Second World War, so today tourists can see only a fraction of historic sites and place of interest that have managed to survive. The ancient castle of Brest and Tour Tanguy Tower located not far away from it are known as the most famous attractions of the city. The castle was built in the 14th century. This is a powerful fortification, which may seem a little severe and grim at a glance. The old tower has become the location of a museum, the exhibition of which is devoted to pre-war history of the city. Among the priceless exhibits of the museum you will surely find old photographs and documents, as well as a large collection of paintings and historical artifacts.
The eastern part of Brest is the location of another important excursion destination - Okeanapolis. The large-scale center is divided into several themed zones, each of which is devoted to the peculiarities of a particular climate zone. The center is home to 40 huge aquariums in total. Here guests of the center will see a rich collection of inhabitants of the oceans and other marine creatures. Visitors are free to make an excursion around the center and listen to interesting lectures. A photo with seals and penguins that live in the Polar pavilion will become a wonderful memorable item.
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Phare du Petit Minou is a must-visit destination. It is here that you can behold the most amazing sunsets in the city. The views here amaze even the most avid tourist, who does not seem to be surprised by anything. This lighthouse was built in 1848 There is a beautiful bridge that leads to it, walking along which you can feel the spirit of the time hovering in the air. You should definitely take a walk along Pont de Recouvrance, which was once the largest bridge in all of Europe. Many people consider the place to be the most picturesque in the entire region. The peculiarity of the place is that beautiful views of the naval port can be beheld from here, and, obviously, there is the possibility of observing the arrival and departure of ships.
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It is worth taking a walk along Rue Saint-Malo; a place where antiquity and modernity meet. It is amazingly beautiful here, and it is worth mentioning that this is one of the few streets that miraculously escaped being bombed during the Second World War. Square Mathon is another fascinating place to take a walk. The street lined with greenery, flowering plants, and astonishing scents – all this awaits those who decide to take a stroll here. The main shopping street, Rue de Siam, is likewise worth a walk. This street has its own unique environment. It bears such a name because, in the year 1686, three ambassadors from Siam arrived here to meet with Louis XIV.
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