France, a beautiful country in many aspects, is a tourist’s favorite destination any day because it offers sceneries like never seen before. People from all over are drawn to France’s exquisite cuisine, dazzling landmarks, sophisticated culture, romantic chateaux and picturesque countryside.
Best places to visit in France
Paris
Paris, the world’s most famous tourist destination, attracts more than 45 million visitors every year. Given man many names like the City of Lights, City of Love and the capital of Fashion, Paris is also the capital of France. Well known for its romantic ambiance and command in sectors like entertainment, art, and culture and fashion. It is also home to iconic landmarks like the Eifel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral and Arc de Triomphe. It also hosts some of the world’s finest museums including the Louvre Museum and the Museum d’Orsay.
Loire valley
Famous for its naturally occurring beauty, magnificent chateaux, and fine wines, Loire Valley is the heart of France. Dotted with many great sites like the Chateaux of the Dukes of Brittany in Nantes, Royal Chateaux of Blois, Royal Fortress of Chinon, National Domain of Chambord and The Leonardo Da Vinci Museum, one is guaranteed of an epic journey throughout the entire valley. These marvelous jewels of Renaissance contribute to the fame of the Loire Valley, 280 km of which has been listed as a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO.
Lyon
Located in east-central France, it is the capital of the Rhone department in the Rhone-Alpes region. It is also the third largest city in France boasting a long, rich history. The architecture, vibrant cultural scene, and unique gastronomy make this place stand out on the map of France. There are several districts each offering their share of this greatness. For the best bars and restaurants, visit Presqu’ile. Fourviere is home to the Roman ruins and Gothic churches while Croix-Rousse is known for the hundreds of hidden passageways. Brotteaux is a wealthy district that is home to the Park of the Golden Head, which is mostly frequented during summer
Biarritz
Just a few miles from Spain in the heart of th
e French Basque country, Biarritz is an elegant seaside resort. It is prized for its lovely beaches that offer excellent and the best surfing atmosphere and is also kid-friendly. Beautiful beaches like the Grande Plage, Plage du Marimar, offer surfers the best experiences they could ever get anywhere in France. The Museum of the Sea, Virgin of the Rock, the Chocolate Museum, the Orthodox Church and the Imperial Chapel are just but a few place to make not want to leave the amazing Biarritz.