Kingdom of France Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
kingdom in Western Europe (987–1792; 1815–1848)
About Kingdom of France
With the 843 Treaty ofVerdun, the Frankish Empire was divided in three parts, among themWest Francia, ruled by Charlemagne's grandson Charles the Bald (Charles II le Chauve). As theHouse of Capetcame to hold the crown from 987, the dynasty of kings became known as theHouse of Francewith the kingdom to be known as France. The Atlantic coast was targeted byScandinavian Viking raidsduring the 9th and 10th century, stressing the need forfortificationsand armies. TheNormanswere descendants of Norsemen who settled in northern France, converting to Catholicism and adopting the French language. The HighMiddle Ageswere a period from the 11th to the 13th century, which saw the rise of many of France's most famous cathedrals, universities andcastles. The most prevalent construction style is known to
Kingdom of France Travel Guide Sections
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