A romantic dream, surrounded by the illusion of art and architecture, France is on every traveler’s bucket list.
French Republic
République française (French)
CAPITAL
Paris
POPULATION
64+ million
AREA
543,940 sq km
OFFICIAL LANGUAGES
French
Currency
French franc / Euro
Country Calling Code
+33
France is considered Europe’s oldest and largest nation and the fourth richest country in the world. Paris is famous for its influence on the fashion industry. The country is famous for so many reasons. From their history, rich culture, delicious cuisine, and wine-making, to their politics, music, art, movies, fashion, literature, and sports.
France is one of the leading travel tourist destinations. It is ranked 1st place as the most visited country in the world. The majority of the French do not speak or understand English, therefore, learning a few keywords and phrases in French will help you on your trip to France. It is easy to get around the country by metro, taxi, train, etc. Travelers must also check the weather and pack their clothes accordingly. In central France, you can experience variation between seasons. Paris for instance is very hot during summer.
The Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Château de Versailles, and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Chartres are some of the most common tourist spots in France.
HIGH SEASON
July & August
SHOULDER
April – June & September
LOW SEASON
October – March
Climate: Dry, occasional strong, cold winters and hot summers.