The problem for Lille in 2005 is how on earth is it going to follow Lille 2004? This quirky, former Flemish city performed so well in its role as the European Capital of Culture last year that getting back to normal has been a bit of a comedown. In truth, though, apart from the welcome renovation of its stylish Opéra, little has really changed here, now that the sci-fi walkways, concept cars and upside-down forests have all been cleared away – but this strange and creative city still...
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