Top sights in France
The cosmopolitan and multicultural city of Strasbourg which is the capital of Alsace has for many centuries been one of France’s financial and cultural capitals. Strasbourg plays host to various important European Union institutions, thus there is a huge number of wealthy diplomats, as well as shops, [...]
Cassis is a French fishing port 12 miles east of Marseille, on the Cote d’Azur. Unlike its neighbours, Cannes, Nice and St Tropez, Cassis has retained its traditional charm, wowing visitors with its natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere. Although it is a favourite holiday destination for celebrities [...]
Well-known town of Nice is the largest resort of the French Riviera. It is famous thanks to the combination of sun, sea and luxury. In addition there are palaces and promenades and the city has a perfect seaside atmosphere. Its history comes back even to ancient times. [...]
Arc de Triomphe is after the Eiffel Tower one of the major landmarks and symbols of Paris. It dominates the western end of the famous Parisian Avenue des Champs-Elysées and is a symbol of French national pride and also the second largest triumphal arch in the world. [...]
Aix en Provence is a university city, that is still full of life. It is the city of Paul Cézanne (French artist and Post-Impressionist painter), Émile Zola (French writer) and Victor Vaserly (French painter of Hungarian origin). After a while you understand why they come for inspiration [...]
Château de Chenonceau is one of the most elegant castles in France. It is situated in the Loire valley, approximately 240 km southwest of Paris. It is popular among visitors for its magnificent architecture and beautiful surroundings. Photo licensed under the Creative Commons, created by Gilles Messian [...]
One of the most famous monuments on the European continent is also the French Palace of Versailles (Château de Versailles), which was built in the 17th century by King Louis XIII as a hunting lodge. Soon after that the entire French elite began to come here for [...]
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An Introduction to the Costa del Sol | Spain
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