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Visit Cities in France:
Bordeaux
Carcassonne
Nice
Paris
France is the country officially known as the French Republic. It is a democratic nation today, though at one time it was the second largest colonial empire of its time, stretching from West Africa to Southeast Asia. It continues to be a leading nation today, with the sixth largest economy worldwide. France is also one of founding members of the European Union and the United Nations. The history of France begins with Celtic Gauls and the conquering of Gaul by Julius Caesar of Rome. Gauls adopted Roman culture and soon enough, Christianity appeared in the 2nd and third century. By the 4th century, Germanic tribes overran this territory. One of the principal tribes was the Franks. The name France is taken from the name of the feudal domain of the Capetian Kings of France that were living around Paris. The monarch of France reached its peak in the 17th century and during the reign of Louis XIV. At that time, France possessed the largest population in all of Europe and had the most influence over all political affairs in the continent.
Even today, France continues to thrive, as it is the most visited country in the entire globe. Over 79 million people of all nationalities come to visit France every year. What is the best way to get into France? To begin, a Passport and Visa may be required for entering the country from an overseas location. Speak to a travel agent or the Embassy of France for assistance with this procedure. The good news is that border control is not an issue between France and other nations, which makes point-to-point travel in Europe less complicated. If you are coming into Europe from an outside nation then you will most likely be using the Roissy-Charles de Gaulle Airport. Once you arrive in France, getting around will be easier thanks to a variety of options including planes, trains, cars and bus. Hitchhiking is also a popular alternative, and usually not as dangerous as it is in America. (It helps if you speak some French so you can communicate with the driver)
The climate of France is usually temperate, particularly toward the north and northwest area. The southeast portion of France has more of a Mediterranean climate, and the west side, best described as oceanic with heavy rain. The west side of France is also known for its mild winters and cool summers. Inland has the potential to be hot with storms in the summer, while the Alps typically offer below freezing temperatures. The best time to plan a visit to France is during the months of April to June (spring) or September to November (fall).
What are some of the highlights of a France vacation? The most obvious destination is Paris, or the City of Light, which is the capital of France. Paris' highlights include the Eiffel Tower, the Père-Lachaise Cemetery and the Notre Dame Cathedral. Though Paris is beautiful, don't forget to visit other cities of merit, including Bordeaux, the City of Wine, Cannes, which hosts the annual Cannes Film Festival, and Nice, a major resort on the French Riviera.
Find out why France is historically, and contemporarily, the most popular tourist attraction in the world!
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