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Paris - The real masterpiece
Paris, France
You can't imagine Paris without the Eiffel Tower. In fact, it is the only creation of Gustav Eiffel, provisionally built for the World Fair in 1889. Other sights in this iconic city are the Louvre museum, famous for its fabulous collection of paintings and the beautiful monument, the Arc de Triomphe.
Versailles - The royal residence
Versailles, France
Visiting Versailles you will meet "the embodiment of abundance." The magnificent palace is located about 16 km from Paris. Over the centuries it has been home to kings and queens, and today is a symbol of the French aristocracy. The former royal residence, principally associated with King Lui XIV, presents an era of progress of the French history.
Lyon - The ancient town of the French resort
Lyon, France
Starting your walk from the Saint-Jean Cathedral and continuing through the picturesque narrow streets of beautiful and Old Town, you will find spectacular views and sights such as the Notre Dame de la Fourvière, the Bellecour Square, the Lyon Opera and many more.
Cannes – World Cinema Capital
Cannes, France
Cannes is one of the most glamorous Mediterranean resorts in France. Founded at the beginning of the 19th C, the former fishing village became the world cinema capital. The glamorous resort has been and is visited by countless celebrities such as Sophia Loren, Charlie Chaplin, Princess Diana and many others. Don't miss to see this iconic place, part of the French Riviera.
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Location
France is one of the largest countries in Europe, located in the northwest part of the old continent. The distinctive feature of France is its outlets to the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. Its land borders reach Germany, Belgium and Luxembourg, Switzerland and Italy. The area is 675 417 km², with a population of 67.6 million people.
Transportation
France has one of the best transport networks in Europe. Highways, railways, ferries and domestic air services cover the entire country, making the trip easy and enjoyable. Even Paris is connected to London through an underwater tunnel. Although buses are slower than rail, they are preferred by the tourists.
Languages Spoken
The national language is French. The essence of it is Roman with Latin roots. It is advisable to use a phrasebook because the French are nationalists and a few of them like to speak English. Nearly 300 million people around the world speak this language, known throughout the world as the language of love.
Currency
The official currency from 2002 year onwards, in France, is the Euro. The places where you can exchange currency are: banks, airports and stations, but the exchange course is almost always worse. It is advisable to exchange currency in your country. The payment with credit and debit cards is very common in France.
Visas
For nationals of the European Union countries or from Canada and the USA there is no visa requirement. They can travel, live and work freely in France. If you do not have Canadian or American citizenship and you are not a citizen of an EU country, you are subject to visa regimes.
Electricity
Contacts in France are of type F, plugs of type C and F also coincide if there is an additional opening. The standard voltage is 230 volts and the frequency is 50 hertz. You can use your appliances if you are from Europe, Australia and some Asian and African countries.
Vaccinations
Health in France is at a very high level. French hospitals maintain a high international standard. No vaccines are required to visit France, but the following are recommended: Hepatitis A and B, tetanus, seasonal flu, etc. For more information.
Emergency Calls
Emergency numbers are of course free and you can call from any phone, personal, home or public. In France the emergency numbers are as follows: medical – 15, police – 17, fire-18. You can also dial an emergency number for the whole of Europe-112.
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FAQs about France
Tips in restaurants?
In France almost everywhere the tip is included in the price. It would be a nice gesture to leave a tip, but by no means an obligation. In the nicest restaurants, where the best services are offered, to leave 20% above of the bill is considered to be quite normal.
Currency exchange?
The most convenient way to pay is through an international credit card. Visa, MasterCard, American Express can be used for payment in France in the same way as at home. Some merchants do not accept cards and to avoid such situations it is better to have Euros in your pocket. Prices are always inclusive of VAT, i.e. you always see the final amount that you will pay on the bill. It is best to exchange currency in advance in a bank in the country you are coming from.
What are taxi fares?
Prices start from 2 Euros in Nantes, to 8 Euros in Bordeaux. In Paris, prices start at around 5 Euros. An hour of waiting in Paris will cost you nearly 36 Euros.
Smoking in public places?
In Paris smoking is prohibited and smokers do that outside the establishments. For the first time the restriction comes with a law in 1976, but from 2007 gets in the actual prohibition. It is prohibited everywhere in enclosed spaces: offices, schools, restaurants.
Which places should I visit?
For more than 20 years France has been one of the most visited places by tourists. With its exquisite cuisine, beautiful castles, selected wines, beautiful nature, the country attracts visitors. Don`t miss to see Marseille, Lyon, the Loire Valley, Bordeaux, the French Riviera, Paris and many more wonderful and different places.