Being the most well-known traveller destination in the world, France has something to present to every tourist that comes its way. When you imagine France, the primary city that pops into your brain is Paris. The most idealistic capital city, the home of Eiffel Tower, Champs Elysees and Notre Dame is the perfect place for city slickers.
Being a multi-ethnic, Paris is the outstanding combination of contemporary as well as the cultural. Your visit to Paris would be partial without a visit to the Louvre Museum. Seeing the portrait of Mona Lisa is something not to be missed. Then you ought to head towards the River Seine. Get a boat ride while listening to the tunes of 'Les Champs Elysees' and you would also have the opportunity for a rapid look at the Notre Dame.
After Paris, go to an additional striking city of France, Lyon. Lyon is home to stupendous galleries and museums. The city also presents an amazing nightlife. Just as the whole of France is full of ethnicity, Lyon also boasts its half. Its historic old city has been given the position of UNESCO heritage place.
The place has been named as the French Capital of Gastronomy owing to the existence of some of the most famed chefs of France. Two of France's best recognized wine growing areas are located close to Lyon also.
Strasbourg's historic city centre, the Grand Island has also been given the rank of a UNESCO world heritage site. Strasbourg is one city whose culture is a combination of both French as well as German. The city is located in the stunning Rhine Valley. If you are in Strasbourg, a visit to the well-known sandstone Gothic Cathedral is obligatory. Additionally, you can visit the copious medieval streets of the city. Besides the museums, Strasbourg also proffers its visitors its countless parks, some of which are of cultural and historical significance.
Time Magazines describes Nantes as the most inhabitable city of all Europe. Nantes is also a centre of culture. You will find sufficient museums, castles, churches and other historical places in Nantes to satisfy you for your entire journey. Nantes holds fairly a lot of cultural occasions of classical music, theatre performances and art exhibitions which draws a lot of travellers each year.
Positioned in the heart of France, the city of Orleans is popular because of Joan of Arc, the rescuer of the city. In this city you will come across several museums and libraries replete with knowledge about Joan of Arc. One attraction that lures in endless visitors to Orleans every year is the carnival held in honour of Joan of Arc in the month of May.
Orleans is a good base if you are in mood to discover the Loire Valley as well as the nearby vineyards. Chateau de Chambord is one more must see owing to its distinct French renaissance structural design. Located just 100 km south of the capital, Paris, Orleans is a must see place for all travellers.
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