Grenoble, France

Famous since antiquity, Grenoble is a city in southeastern France, in the Rhône-Alpes region. It is the economic centre of France. Grenoble is situated on both banks of the Drak and Isère rivers, there somewhere in the foothills of the Alps. In 1968, the city hosted the Winter Olympics. The University of Grenoble dates back to 1339. There is no shortage of architectural monuments in the city, which date from the 11th-13th centuries.
Grenoble is called the "Capital of the Alps". The most significant event in the city's history is the Day of the Tile - 7 June 1788. On this day the roof tiles became the citizens' weapon against the troops of Louis XVI.
Today, all that remains of old Grenoble is the Bastille, a fortification that towers over the city. It is a medieval citadel from the 19th century that became the largest defensive structure in France.
The heart of Grenoble beats in Place Saint-André. This square is home to the old Courthouse and the oldest coffee shop in France. In addition, there are permanent markets in this square in Grenoble.
Besides everything else, Grenoble is also a modern cultural city. Its city museum houses a large collection of works of art. "The Musée Dauphion is housed in an old convent and is dedicated to regional history and crafts. Grenoble is also home to the famous Ancien Eveschet Museum, which is housed in the Archbishop's Palace and offers an incredibly exciting journey through Grenoble's history.