Mont-Saint-Michel, France The island was originally called Mont-Tombe but became known as Mont-Saint-Michel in the 8th century. There is a panoramic view of the bay from the medieval walls (13th–15th century) on the southern and eastern sides of the mount. The houses (now mainly hotels or tourist shops) along the narrow street winding up to the abbey date in some cases to the 15th century. Video by: @melis.andreea | Beautiful Houses and Buildings