France is a country located on the western edge of the European continent. It is bordered by Belgium and Luxembourg to the north, Germany and Switzerland to the east, Italy to the south-east and Spain to the south-west.
The majestic French Alps are one of the most stunning mountain ranges in the world. The snow-capped mountains and spectacular lakes of the region are breathtakingly beautiful. The mountains offer ample of recreational opportunities that include mountaineering and Alpine skiing.
Famous for the Cannes Film Festival, Jazz Festival, St. Topez, and the perfumeries of Grasse, the French Riviera (Côte d'Azur) is one of the most enchanting places on the earth. The glamour and beauty of the place is unparrelled. The Riviera boasts of upper class seaside resorts, yachts and golf courses.
The shining capital on the River Seine, Paris is the most-visited city in the world. It is believed to be one of the most beautiful and romantic of all cities. The city is home to a number of magnificent places such as the famous Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, the exquisite Versailles, The Louvre Museum, and the Picasso Museum.
The Disneyland in the capital city is another must-visit attraction. Consisting of two parks: Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park, Disneyland is the fourth-most visited theme park in the world.
There are a number of sites in France that are recognized as world heritage sites by the UNESCO. One of the most popular heritage sites in the country is the Mont Saint Michel; it is located on an island just off the coast of the region of Lower Normandy in northern France. It is best known for the monastery that stands at the peak of the rocky island.
The major cities in France of tourist interest are: Paris, Bordeaux, Bourges, Lyon, Lille, Marseille, Nantes, Strasbourg, and Toulouse.
From the pastoral landscape of Normandy and Brittany to snow-capped Alpine peaks, and the varied coastline including the North Sea, the Atlantic ocean and the Mediterranean Sea, France offers an enchanting experience to the tourist.
