Today we had a full day of visiting some historical and amazing sights. I am going to blog them in 3 different blogs because of the significance of each and my lack of free time to blog all three at one time.
Mont-St-Michel is one of the most enchanting sights in France. This is the island of Mont-Tombe where an abbey was built on top, which almost doubles the island in height. This island is now linked by a causeway so we can walk right up to it without waiting for the tide to go out.
Mont Saint Michel was built as a medieval castle. It has two large towers to defend the entrance to the castle.
It was also a monastery that had its greatest influence in the 12th and 13th centuries and was a renowned center of medieval learning.
The buildings of Mont St. Michel are constructed of granite and the crown of the abbey is 240 ft. above sea level. There are small homes and shops around the lower level. The population of the island is 41.
