I head to the beach often, and often think that the buildings there are really unattractive and it must have been a pretty coast before these buildings... Then I remember that there is a history behind the not-so beautiful architecture. Much of Boulogne, especially along by the port, was destroyed during WWII and was hastily rebuilt during the 50's. So when I think that its a shame they've made an otherwise beautiful coast so drab, it reminds me of the connection between this area and World War II.
Recently though I walked farther past the beach, and saw there's a path all the way to Wimereux (and beyond to Calais I hear) where you can see a more natural coast, la Cote D'Opale as they call it here in France. It's simply beautiful! The "bad" weather here makes it even more picturesque I've grown to believe.
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