One of the most romantic cities
in the world, France is the most toured plus with the most beautiful country in
the entire Europe. The natural splendor of this country can be visible from the
majestic blue coast of the Mediterranean to the snow-capped mountains of the
Alps. France is the leading country in Western Europe and in the European
Union. It is also a major power in the world in terms of political, economical,
military and cultural significance. Traveling to France is not just limited to
architectural or natural attractions rather it is a unique experience for all
the travelers as they are guaranteed with unforgettable memories of their life.
As a traveler, you would require a long tour for exploring and enjoying the
wonders of France.
Capital
Paris is the capital as well as
the largest city of France. The city is itself counted in the leading tourist
attractions of the world as it is blessed with historical, architectural and
natural attractions. Located on the northern region of the country, Paris is
also adorned with 3800 historical monuments.
Area
640,679 km
Population
65,950,000
Language
French is the official language
of France. In fact, it is also the official language of 29 countries in the
world along with agencies of United Nation Organization (UNO) and many other
international organizations.
Currency
Euro is the official currency of
France. It was adopted in the year 2002 by replacing the French Franc as the
official currency. The Euro is divided into 100 cents. It is also the currency
of all the member countries of the European Union (EU).
Weather
The weather in France can be
divided into three climate conditions i.e. Oceanic, Mediterranean and
Continental. It normally remains moderate
with some irregular rains around the bordering Mediterranean Sea. In general
way, travelers can expect cool winters and mild summers in France.
Mode
of Transport
France is so beautiful country
that no one can wait to visit there. However, to explore the exquisiteness of
this nation, you can take assistance of these modes of transportation.
By
Road: If you
want to cover short distance from one city to another, then you can take help
of inter-regional bus services. However, bus service in France is much limited
compares to the railway, but it would be useful for the travelers to reach at
their desired destination.
By
Train: France
has a huge railway network that touches almost all the parts of the country.
The most important railway hub is in Paris. The tourists here can enjoy ride in
‘high speed train’ that runs at over 300 km/h.
By
Waterways: Your
tour to France will be more enjoyable by riding on Canal boats, cruises and
houseboat. It will be a tranquil ride with additional bedding and cooking
facilities. These waterways allow you to travel in France more conveniently.
By
Air: Almost all
the important cities of France have airports, which can be boarded by both the
local and international travelers. The most important flight of domestic
airline industry in France is ‘Air France’.
Local
Cuisine
The main food in France is French
cuisine. It reflects the cooking traditions and practices of France. Among the
main French recipes are Beef, Crepes, French Breed and Burgundy. French cuisine
is also very popular in several countries of the world.
Shopping
Centers
While enjoying the magnificence
of France, you can also buy attractive things at wonderful shopping centers
here:
The
Quatre Temps: The
Quatre Temps Shopping Center is a huge mall situated in western part of Paris.
It boasts of many stores, restaurants, multiplex cinema and shops for home
design, gifts, fashion accessories and specialist boutiques.
Grand
‘Place: The Grand
‘Place is also a major shopping center in France. Inaugurated in the year 1975,
it is located in the city of Grenoble. The shopping center is compounded of two
parts - Grand ‘Place and Carrefour Hypermarket. A wide range of things are
available here to buy.
La
Part-Dieu Lyon:
La Part-Dieu Lyon is nestled at the city of Lyon, France. It was established in
the year 1975 and has been a leading shopping centre in France. It consists of
302 shops offering lots of things to buy and an adequate parking space.
Restaurants
France
has been known for its mouth-watering food items. Any traveler to this country
can taste such scrumptious French cuisine at these major restaurants:
Frenchie:
It is a
wonderful dining place offering wide range of food items, beverages, desserts
and drinks for the visitors. (Address: 5-6, Rue Du Nil 75002 Paris, France)
Candelaria:
Any traveler to
France would like to visit this restaurant where one can savor delicious
variety of Mexican cuisines along with cocktails, wines and spirits. (Address:
52 rue de Saintonge 75003, Paris)
Sanglier
Paresseux: It is
a French specialty restaurant that offers you delicious variety of regional
cuisines along with fine collection of wines and spirits. (Address: 84750
Caseneuve)
Rue
Le Bec: Come
here to taste scrumptious French food items such as gourmet dishes, pastries,
cheeses, desserts along with champagne and wine. (Address: 43 quai Rambaud, 2e)
Le
Dôme: Enjoy your
lunch and dinner at this fine dining restaurant. At here, you will taste
luscious cuisines and desserts.
Major
Tourist Attractions
The scenic beauty of France
speaks everything to allure the visitors from different corners of the world. Here
are some foremost tourist attractions of France:
Musee
du Louvre: It is
the most visited museum in the world. It welcomes you with beautiful glassy
pyramid and then entertains with world’s richest artistic legacy followed by
Egyptian mummies, Code of Hammurabi to Venus de Milo and Leonardo's Mona Lisa.
Eiffel
Tower: Eiffel
Tower is surely among the top tourist attractions in the world. It marks the
centennial celebration of the world-famous French Revolution. Every year,
myriad of travel vacationers come France to take pleasure of this destination.
It is regarded as the symbol of French unity.
Cathedrale De Chartres:
Cathedrale De Chartres is indeed an exotic example of great architectural work.
It was established way back in the year 1134 and since then it has been a
center of attraction in France. It is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an
important pilgrimage destination.
Versailles Palace: Versailles
Palace is one of the prime tourist attractions of France. The beauty of this
Palace lies within its royal apartments, the near cabinets and astonishing Hall
of Mirrors. They are architectural masterpieces, which certainly tourist
pullers from all over the world.
The Loire Valley: Enjoy the real
beauty of nature by visiting to the Loire Valley. It is beautifully nestled
through the landscape of rolling hills and rocky flanges. It also reflects the
magnificence of great architecture. Tourists can also enjoy here the panoramic
view of the surroundings.
Local
Festivals
French people celebrate various
kinds of festivals to enjoy their life. The international tourists can also
enjoy these festivals with them. Some of these festivals are:
Nice
Carnivals: Nice
Carnivals certainly attract visitors from across the globe. It is celebrated in
the winter season and considered as the biggest carnivals in the world. The
very first nice carnival was celebrated in 13th century and since
then, it has become a tradition for the local people here.
Besançon
Music Festival: This
festival is among the oldest classical music festivals celebrated in the land
of France. In the year 1948, it was first celebrated and now it has become a
prominent festival here. Several musicians from across the world gather at this
festival to celebrate it with great pleasure.
Printemps des Poètes: It is a French
language festival, which is conducted on international level. The main aim of
celebrating this festival is to celebrate the poetry in the towns, cities and
regions of France. It is solemnized with a particular poetry theme.
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