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Sightseeing in France The so-called “Parisian pull” that draws tourists indiscriminately toward France’s capital city does not do the rest of the country justice. Yes, the Eiffel Tower and Arch de Triumph claim more visual market recognition than, probably, most other tourist attractions in the world, but they create an imbalance for those who wish to truly know the beauty of France, and all of the attractions this country has to offer.
Therefore, to counterbalance this unfortunate effect, we recommend travelers with the time do a sort of “tour de France” (bicycle optional) traversing the entire country and the innumerable hidden gems unrecognizable to the undiscerning tourist. Save Paris for the end. Start out in Bordeaux, tasting some of the countries best red wines. Wine tasting around the world is influenced by the French style, therefore you are guaranteed to be shown a classy time at any of the Bordeaux cellars. The quilted countryside of green, yellow, orange and red colored vineyards (especially toward the end of the summer and early fall) are breathtaking. Up north the coast of Brittany is windswept and austere. This is the one region where superb French beer is brewed – who knew!
Of course, the island of Corsica would leave many Paris diehards scratching their heads. Yet this Mediterranean land of pleasure is one of the most exquisite vacation destinations in Europe, mixing the sophisticated, bacchant revelry of France with the sun-soaked beaches and fertile, blossoming farmland of Italy. Corsica is full attractions for all types of visitors, whether you take pleasure in water sports, hiking trails, Roman ruins or nightlife, Corsica has it all.
Of course, Paris is the city of love, even if it weren’t for all the delightful attractions on both banks of the Seine. On neither bank of the Seine, the Cathedral of Notre Dame is one of the most elegantly adorned and ornamented gothic cathedrals in all of Europe, and its special attraction is the high caliber of cant the blue-robed choir belts forth, “like angels” would not be an exaggeration. The Musee d’Orsay is a fantastic place to dip into the dreamy pool of French impressionism, with great painters ranging from Monet to Manet, Van Gough to Gougan and many, many more. Visit this attraction in the morning, as the crowds are very busy in the afternoon during the peak summer months. The Louvre, on the other hand, has plenty of room to spare, unless, of course, you want to see the Mona Lisa. |
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