Rouen is Normandy's historical capital, and today it is the main city of the Upper Normandy (Haute Normandie). The city was founded by Viking invaders, who arrived in the region along the river Seine in the 9th century. Rouen's economy boomed in medieval times, and there were times when it was one of the biggest and most affluent cities in Europe. As of today, Rouen is an important cultural center.
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