A message about France for grades 3, 4 will tell you about the amazing homeland of Napoleon, the Little Prince and the Three Musketeers.
A short message about France
A report about France should begin with the fact that it is located in the west of Europe. It also includes the island of Corsica, located in the Mediterranean Sea. France is often referred to as the Hexagon because of its hexagonal shape.
France borders Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg to the northeast, Italy and Monaco to the southeast, and Andorra and Spain to the southwest. The country is washed by the Mediterranean and North Seas, the Bay of Biscay and the English Channel and Pas de Calais.
France Square- 551 thousand km 2.
largest rivers France- Seine, Loire, Rhone, Garonne and Rhine.
Capital of France— Paris
Big cities in France— Paris, Marseille, Lyon, Toulouse, Nice
Population of France- 66.7 million people (2016)
Form of government- presidential-parliamentary republic
The territory of France is mostly hilly, with extensive uplands, lowlands and medium-altitude mountains. The exception is two high-mountain massifs in the southeast in the form of the Alps and in the southwest in the form of the Pyrenees. The highest point in the country is Mont Blanc, its height is 4807 m.
The climate is completely dependent on the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. In the north, the climate conditions are milder, humid and maritime, while in the south the climate is warm and Mediterranean. In the mountains, the climate is characterized by low temperatures. There is more precipitation here. The snow cover remains at high altitudes.
The whole world knows that French wines are the best in the world. France is also famous for its fashionable clothes, perfumes and cosmetics. France is considered to be the fashion capital of the world.
Today, in all countries, people use planes, wagons and cars (Citroen, Peugeot and Renault) made in France.
Religion of France
Approximately 4/5 of the population of the country professes Catholicism. About 12% of the population consider themselves atheists. 3% of the population profess Islam, 2% Protestantism, 1% Judaism.
Sights of France
In France, more than 5 thousand castles have survived from ancient times.
Notre Dame, Disneyland, Fontainebleau Forest, Sacré-Coeur Basilica, a flea market in Paris Saint-Ouen, the Rouen naval armada, the Eiffel Tower, the Palace of Versailles, the Louvre, the Pompidou Center, Notre Dame Cathedral want to visit all tourists.
Famous Frenchmen glorified their country all over the world - Honore de Balzac, Voltaire, Victor Hugo, Jules Verne, Emile Zola, Albert Camus, Stendhal, Jacques Yves Cousteau, Pablo Picasso and others.
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Project "Let's open the world to each other" Nomination "I'll show you this city" PARIS Completed by: Ivan Smirnov, CLIO team, school No. 185, Nizhny Novgorodslide 2
ISLAND OF CITES Paris originated on the island of Cite in the middle of the Seine. In the 3rd century BC. a tribe of the Parisians settled here. In 52, the settlement was captured by the Romans, and in the 5th century by the Franks. The city, called Lutetia, developed and became a crossroads of important trade routes. Gradually, the name Lutetia disappeared from use, it was replaced by the name "city of the Parisians", which soon transformed into Paris. Over time, the city went beyond the island of the City, people settled on the banks of the Seine, occupied the hills closest to it. Now, from the medieval buildings of the eastern part of the Cité, only the Cathedral of Notre Dame has survived.
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CATHEDRAL OF NOTHER OF PARIS The foundation stone of the cathedral was laid in 1163 by King Louis VII and Pope Alexander III. Before that, on the site of the cathedral there was an ancient Roman temple of the 1st century, later - a Christian basilica. The construction of Notre Dame Cathedral continued until 1345. History has not preserved the name of the first architect of the cathedral. It is only known that the Parisian bishop Maurice de Sully took part in the drafting of the project. The building came to us in an unfinished state. Two of its 70-meter towers were to be crowned with spiers.
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The cathedral is a five-aisled basilica (length 130 m, width 105 m, vault height 35 m). The entrance overlooks the central high nave, the choir and the altar. The cathedral houses the largest organ in France (master Clicquot, 18th century, 7800 pipes)
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STAINED GLASS "ROSES" Of the interior decorations of the 13th century in Notre Dame Cathedral, only the stained glass windows of the "rose" - a round window (10 meters in diameter) of the southern portal of the central facade - have been preserved. The stained glass window is dedicated to the theme of "blessed eternity": around Jesus Christ are the apostles, saints and angels of paradise.
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SQUARE OF JOHN XXIII Behind the southern facade of the Cathedral of Notre Dame is the square of John XXIII. On the site of the square, at first there was a construction waste dump, then, from the 17th century, the residence of the archbishop. In 1831, the building was demolished, the prefect of the Seine, Rambuteau, bought the wasteland, planted trees and flowers there and decorated it with a fountain of the virgin (1845).
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CONCIERGERY Conciergerie is part of the royal castle of the Capet era (14th century). The two towers of the castle - Caesar and Silver - are framed on both sides by facades of the 17th century. From the Middle Ages, the hall of warriors, the hall of armed guards, kitchen services, and the courtyard have been preserved in the castle
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NEW BRIDGE The new bridge connects the western part of the Ile de la Cité with both banks of the Seine. Contrary to its name, it is the oldest surviving bridge in Paris. The first stone was laid on May 31, 1578. Construction completed in 1606. The bridge project belonged to the outstanding architect Androuet du Cerso. The bridge was so strong that it was never rebuilt.
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Equestrian STATUE OF HENRY IV In 1614, a statue of Henry IV was erected near the New Bridge. During the French Revolution, the statue was removed from the pedestal, but in 1818 it was restored by the sculptor Lemo.
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SACRET-CORE BASILICA When Prussian troops besieged Paris in 1870, two French Catholics, Alexandre Leganti and Roo de Fleury, swore that if France won the war, they would build a church and dedicate it to the Sacred Heart of Christ. France lost, but Paris escaped occupation. In 1875, the construction of the basilica began with donations from the people. The project was designed by the architect Abadi. The consecration of the temple took place in 1919. The basilica was built in neo-Byzantine style from white sandstone. The interior is richly decorated with marble sculpture, stained glass windows and mosaics.
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THE CATHEDRAL OF THE HOUSE OF THE INVALID Frequent wars led to the fact that in the middle of the 17th century in France there were many retired soldiers with disabilities who were forced to beg. In 1670, Louis XIV decided to build a house and a temple for them. The Cathedral of the Les Invalides (architect Aardouin-Mansart) is an example of architectural elegance and symmetry. The facade is decorated with a double colonnade. The huge dome, entwined with golden garlands and flowers, is crowned with a gilded lantern with a spire. Napoleon Bonaparte is buried in the crypt of the cathedral.
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PANTHEON In 1744, seriously ill Louis XV vowed to build a temple in honor of the patroness of Paris, Saint Genevieve. The consecration of the church took place in 1790. During the French Revolution, the church was turned into the Pantheon - the tomb of great people. The architecture of the building is an example of classicism. The vaults of the building support the columns of the Corinthian order. There are no window openings in the walls. They are replaced by marufle canvases pasted on stone walls. The painting cycle created by Puvis de Chavannes and Laurent is dedicated to Saint Genevieve.
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In the 20th century, 4 sculptural groups were installed at the supports of the dome of the Pantheon (counterclockwise): “Jean-Jacques Rousseau” (Bartolome, 1912), “To the glory of the generals of the revolution” (Gask, 1925), “To orators and publicists of the Restoration era” (Marquest , 1919), Diderot and the Encyclopedists (Treroir, 1925) and The National Convention (Sicard, 1924)
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FOUCAULT'S PENDULUM Attached to the light dome of the Pantheon is a working replica of the Foucault's pendulum, with which the physicist Léon Foucault showed in 1851 that the Earth rotates. Anyone can verify that this is actually the case.
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PALEI ROYAL The palace was built in the 17th century by order of Cardinal Richelieu. After his death, the palace passed into the possession of King Louis XIII. When Anna of Austria settled here, the palace became known as the Royal Palace (Palais Royal). The architectural ensemble of the Palais-Royal consists of the palace itself, which today houses the Council of State, and galleries that frame the inner garden on three sides, planned by Louis XIV himself.
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SQUARE OF CONSENT The place for the square was chosen by Louis XV, and the project was developed by J.-A. Gabriel. The construction of the square was completed in 1779. The square acquired its modern look in 1836, when the architect Hitorf installed the Luxor obelisk in its center - a gift from the Egyptian Pasha Mahmet Ali.
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TUILRIES In the 16th century, the site of the garden was a landfill, and the clay mined here was used to make tiles - in French "tuile", from which the name Tuileries originated. By order of Catherine de Medici, a garden was laid out on this site, which became the first public place for outdoor walks.
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TRIUMPHAL ARCH IN THE CAROUSEL SQUARE The triumphal arch was erected at the beginning of the 19th century in honor of the victories of Napoleon. It is decorated with bas-reliefs depicting the most famous episodes of the Napoleonic wars. The triumphal arch served as a solemn entrance to the residence of the emperor - the Tuileries Palace. An equestrian group was installed on the arch, removed by order of Napoleon from the portal of St. Mark's Cathedral in Venice. In 1815, the sculpture was returned to Italy, and the arch was crowned with a bronze quadriga with a statue of Peace.
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LOUVR The palace complex of the Louvre has evolved over many centuries. At the end of the 12th century, King Philip-Augustus built a castle that protected the approaches to the island of Cité. The fortress was called the Louvre (from leovar - fortification) In the 14th century, fortress walls were erected around the city and the castle lost its defensive function. Under Charles V, it was rebuilt and turned into a royal residence. In the 16th century, a significant part of the building was demolished and a new palace was built on the vacant site, which was constantly expanded over time.
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Until recently, the museum's exposition occupied only the right wing of the palace, the Old Louvre and the Square Court. In 1981, a decision was made to create the Grand Louvre. The Ministry of Finance, which occupied the left wing of the palace, moved to another building, the area of the museum expanded significantly. There was a problem of creating a single central entrance. According to the project of the architect Yeo Ming Lei, a glass pyramid was built in the courtyard of the Louvre, connecting all departments of the museum with underground passages. It housed a hall, cash desks, wardrobe, shops where you can buy catalogs, souvenirs, books.
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MUSEUM OF THE LOUVRE As a museum, the Louvre opened in 1793. The basis of the exposition was the collections of the French kings. Currently, the Louvre Museum holds more than 25,000 works of art. The museum is divided into 7 departments: Ancient East and Islamic art, Ancient Egypt, ancient Greek, Etruscan and Roman art, arts and crafts, European painting (1200-1850), European sculpture (1100-1850), graphics. The gems of the Louvre collection are Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo and Nike of Samothrace. Venus de Milo
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THE CHURCH OF SAINT-EUSTACHE The church of Saint-Eustache was built in the middle of the 18th century with money raised by the merchants of the nearby market. It is one of the last Gothic churches in Paris. The originality of the temple lies in the combination of Gothic vaults with Renaissance forms of the facade and columns. Moliere, Cardinal Richelieu, Madame Pompadour were baptized in this church. Here, Berlioz and Liszt performed their works on the church organ. Among the artistic treasures of the church are paintings by Rubens and sculptures by Pigalle.
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PALACE OF JUSTICE In ancient times, the palace of the Roman governors stood on this site, and in the 13th century, during the Capetian dynasty, a fortified castle was built, which served as the residence of the first French kings. At the end of the 14th century, the Louvre became the royal palace, and the Parisian parliament was housed in the old residence. After the French Revolution, the building became known as the Palace of Justice. Now it houses the highest court of France - the Court of Cassation.
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SAINT-CHAPELLE The ensemble of the Palace of Justice includes the chapel of Saint-Chapelle (Holy Chapel), built in the 13th century by order of Louis IX to store a relic - the crown of thorns of Jesus Christ. Saint-Chapelle consists of two chapels, one above the other. The lower one was intended for courtiers. At the top there was a service for the royal family. The chapel is crowned with a 75-meter spire. The openwork rose on the façade dates from the 15th century. The stained-glass windows of the 13th century have been preserved in the lancet windows - 1134 scenes on biblical subjects.
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Field of Mars The field of Mars was created at the end of the 18th century as a training ground for students of the Military School and named after the god of war. The first horse races in Paris (1780), the first experiments on aerostatics (1783), the first attempt to rise in a balloon (1784) took place here. In 1889, the Champ de Mars was chosen as the site for the construction of the Eiffel Tower. At the beginning of the 20th century, a beautiful park was laid out here.
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EIFFEL TOWER Symbol of Paris and France, the famous Eiffel Tower was built by the engineer Gustave Eiffel in 1889 as an exhibit of the World Industrial Exhibition. The 324-meter tower has 3 observation decks: at a height of 57, 115 and 276 m. On days of excellent visibility, from the top observation deck, the view can cover a space with a radius of up to 70 km.
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The Eiffel Tower is the most recognizable architectural landmark of Paris, world famous as a symbol of France, named after its designer Gustave Eiffel and is a place of pilgrimage for tourists. The designer himself called it simply - a 300-meter tower.
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The Pantheon is a building located in the Latin Quarter, which was originally built as a church dedicated to Saint Genevieve, but after numerous changes it became the burial place of famous people. It is one of the first neoclassical buildings with a façade modeled on that of the Pantheon in Rome, crowned with a small dome.
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Currently, the Sorbonne is called the historic University of Paris, which is located in the central region of Ile-de-France and is perhaps the most famous university in continental Europe. Today, the Sorbonne is a powerful institution, consisting of 13 universities located throughout Paris, with their own specialization and their faculties, and at the same time the authority of the Sorbonne as a whole.
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The Louvre in Paris is the most famous museum in the capital of France, the most popular museum in the world, and at the same time the third largest. The Louvre is located on the right bank of the Seine River in the 1st municipal district of Paris, where in the building of the Louvre Palace on an area of 60.6 thousand square meters. exhibited about 35 thousand items created in the period from the 6th millennium BC. e. until the 19th century A.D. e.
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Aqua Boulevard is located in the southwest of Paris and covers an area of 7,000 square meters. The construction of the water park began in 1986. It was planned to invest 280 million francs, however, in fact, the construction took 450 million. Three years later, the complex was built, which became the largest water park in Europe.
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Disneyland Paris is a grand complex of amusement parks. Disneyland has two theme parks. The first is the classic Disneyland Park. The second - Walt Disney Studios Park - the "kitchen" of the film industry.
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Catacombs of Paris - the famous Parisian underground ossuaries, burial places of skeletons. Organized in the renovated part of the city's extensive network of underground tunnels and artificial caves at the end of the 18th century, they have become an attractive place for tourists. The official name of the catacombs is "Municipal Ossuaries". 45-minute excursions are organized here, and you should take care of warm clothes - the temperature in the catacombs is 14 degrees above zero.
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The Champ de Mars is a famous park in the 7th arrondissement of Paris, wedged between the Eiffel Tower from the northwest and the Military School from the southwest. It is located in the western part of the city on the left bank of the Seine. This park got its name in honor of the ancient Roman Field of Mars.
Project: "Across countries and continents" France France The presentation was prepared by: a student of 4 "D" class MBOU secondary school No. 95 Popova Anna
Plan Introduction Country (location, capital, anthem, flag, coat of arms, symbols, head of state, currency, national costume, folk dances) Nature, wildlife Landmarks, cities, inventions, famous people, food, cosmetics, haute couture
Introduction “O France, there is no sweeter edge ...! (N. Griboyedov "Woe from Wit") France ... at the sound of this word, a fresh breeze of romance blows at you at the same moment ... ... taking a deep breath, you feel a warm sea breeze from the Gulf of Lyon ... ... closing your eyes, you imagine huge juicy bunches of Champagne grapes ... ... Everyone has their own associations with the word France ...
Sitting in a high-speed train, we will cover the whole country. So, I invite you. Welcome to France!
France is one of the largest European countries, it is located in the western part of the European mainland. Population: 62 million people The territory of France - 547.03 thousand square meters. km. The outlines of France resemble a regular pentagon. France in the west and north is washed by the Atlantic Ocean (the Bay of Biscay and the English Channel), in the south - by the Mediterranean Sea (the Gulf of Lyon and the Ligurian Sea). It borders in the south with Spain, in the northeast with Belgium, Luxembourg and Germany, in the east with Italy and Switzerland.
Paris, the capital of France, is a huge city with many faces. The population of Paris, together with the suburbs, reaches 7 million people. Paris
French anthem Marseillaise is the most famous song of the French Revolution. Initially called "Military March of the Army of the Rhine" and was written in April 1792 by Claude Joseph Rouget de Lisle, a military engineer. On November 24, 1793, the Marseillaise was chosen as the national anthem. Allons enfants de la Patrie, Le jour de gloire est arrivé! Contre nous de la tyrannie! L "étendard sanglant est levé (bis) Entendez-vous dans nos campagnes Mugir ces féroces soldats? Ils viennent jusque dans vos bras. Egorger vos fils, vos compagnes! Refrain Aux armes citoyens, Formez vos bataillons Marchons, marchons Qu "un sang impur Abreuve nos sillons Forward, sons of the fatherland, The day of glory has come! Tyranny against us! The bloody banner is raised Agree in our campaigns Are these cruel soldiers bellowing? They go into your hands. (They go) Slaughter your sons, your girlfriends! Citizens to arms, Form your battalions March, march So that impure blood Waters our fields
Flag and coat of arms Blue color - a symbol of St. Martinia Red color - hearts White - a symbol of the national heroine of France Joan of Arc Coat of arms: the words are placed on the ribbon: "freedom, equality, fraternity", the center is a symbol of power and the republic, oak and olive branches are symbols of power and glory, at the bottom of the oval is located Order of the Legion of Honor, the chain around is a symbol of honor and nobility.
National costume of France National costume of Provence Wedding national costume of the town of Pont-Aven, Brittany, northwest of France
Folk dances Branles Gallop Gavotte
Nature of France Climate The climate in most of France is maritime, moderately warm and humid. Rivers and lakes France has many rivers, but few lakes. Major rivers: Seine, Rhone, Loire, Garonne. Vegetation The diversity of the country's topography and climate has given rise to a diversity of soil cover and vegetation.
Among the representatives of the fauna are common fox, badger, otter, rodents - squirrels, rats and mice. In some places, hares have survived, and among the ungulates there are red deer, roe deer, wild boar and beaver. Flamingos live in the south of the country. It is also home to a large number of different bird species. Oh so many insects. Many species of fish live in coastal sea waters.
Attractions
Eiffel Tower
Notre Dame Cathedral (construction lasted 185 years)
Palace of Versailles
Disneyland
Famous inventions of the French Cinematography and cinema In 1892, the inventor brothers Auguste and Louis Lumiere became interested in "moving photo-pictures" and after 3 years, after hard work, they received a patent for "cinema".
Balloon On September 19, 1783, near Paris, the French inventors Montgolfier brothers, in front of the King of France Louis XVI, for the first time in history, raised a balloon into the air, in the basket of which were its first testers - a sheep, a duck and a chicken.
Mayonnaise The world's most popular sauce was invented by accident!
"Chandelier" - a word that came into use in France in the 17th century.
FAMOUS WRITERS Jules Verne, 1828-1905 Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea Journey to the Center of the Earth Around the World in 80 Days
Charles Perrault, 1628-1703 Puss in Boots Little Red Riding Hood Cinderella
Alexandre Dumas, father 1802-1870 The Three Musketeers Count of Montecristo The Man in the Iron Mask The Nutcracker (famous for Tchaikovsky's ballet version)
These dishes are considered favorites for the French (oysters, mussels, white truffle, a glass of wine, frog legs…)
A French breakfast consists of coffee, tea or cocoa, croissant or bread with butter and jam.
More than 300 types of cheese are produced in France.
French cosmetics and perfumes are recognizable everywhere and appreciated all over the world.
French Bulldog France is a country that you must definitely visit!!!
Thank you for your attention! Merci pour votre attention!
Republique française
Capital —
Square– 674,685 sq. km.
Population- 66.2 million people
Language- French
Form of government- presidential-parliamentary republic
Foundation date- 843 (Verdun Treaty), 1958 (Fifth Republic)
Largest cities — ,
Currency- euro
Timezone- +1, +2 in summer
Telephone code — +33
At the official level, the name of the country sounds like French Republic. The capital of the country is the city. France is located in the west of Europe and, in addition to the main territory, includes the island of Corsica, located in the expanses of the Mediterranean Sea, as well as overseas departments and dependent territories. The total area of the country is 674,685 thousand square kilometers. Administratively, France is divided into regions, of which there are about 30. Each region has its own budget and taxes, but they are not autonomous. The population of France is represented by ethnic French (about 90%), as well as such national minorities as Catalans, Corsicans, Bretons, Jews and others. In religious terms, France is multifaceted: the main part of the population is Catholics, but there are also Muslims, Protestants, and Jews. French is the official language of the country. Along with the official language, there are also about ten varieties of regional languages.
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In France, rather dry and hot summers give way to cool and rainy winters. France can be called a mountainous country. The mountains here are represented by such large massifs as the Alps and the Pyrenees. On the territory of the country there are a great many large and not very rivers. The largest of them are, of course, the Seine, as well as the Rhone, Garonne and Loire.
France is one of the key participants in world political events. Here are the centers of such major organizations of world importance as UNESCO, Interpol, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development, the International Bureau of Weights and Measures. Along with this, the country is one of the major tourist centers in Europe and around the world.
Sights of France
Of course, the first and most visited attraction, cultural value and symbol of the country is, which is located in the capital of France - Paris. The tower was built at the end of the 18th century according to the design of the designer Gustav Eiffel on the Champ de Mars. The height of the tower is approximately 320 meters.
No less famous is Notre Dame Cathedral (Notre Dame de Paris) located in the east of the Island of the City. Here, the monumentality of the Norman Romanesque style is combined with Gothic lightness, which together creates the uniqueness of the architectural ensemble.
It is impossible not to mention the world-famous art museum of France -. The museum is located in Paris on Rue Rivoli, on the right bank of the Seine. The Louvre is a building of the former royal palace with a statue of King Louis XIV, marking the starting point of reference for the "historical" axis of Paris. Among the exhibits stored in the museum, there are such masterpieces of art as the Venus de Milo, Mona Lisa or Gioconda by Leonardo da Vinci, paintings by Titian and Rembrandt and many others.
In one of the largest cities in France - located Capitol, which is at the same time the city hall and the city opera house with an orchestra, which is more than two hundred years old. The length of the facade of the Capitol is 130 meters.
Not far from Paris is the city of Versailles, where tourists will be interested to visit Palace of Versailles- the main palace of the kings of France, built by the architect Louis le Vaux. In the 18th century, the palace was a role model for architects throughout Europe.
Approximately 30 kilometers from Paris is European Disneyland- a huge tourist complex, which includes hotels, restaurants, cafes, entertainment attractions and much more. It is an exact copy of the American amusement park. The advantage of the European Disneyland is that, in addition, each visitor, without flying over the Atlantic Ocean, can get acquainted with the "true piece of America."
How not to mention the world famous Champs Elysees- according to the opinion of the inhabitants - "the most beautiful street in the world". The Champs Elysees are known for their chic houses and expensive shops. Annual military parades are held here, passing from the Arc de Triomphe to the Place de la Concorde. World movie premieres are held in local cinemas.
1. Tourists in France should carefully monitor their personal belongings. Here, the theft of bags from passers-by by motorcyclists is quite common. In order not to become a victim of pickpockets, you should not leave personal belongings on the front seats of cars, be extremely careful at airports, train stations, public transport and supermarkets.
2. If you witnessed a traffic accident in which people were injured, then it is imperative to provide assistance to the victims. Otherwise, you face quite large fines, and even imprisonment, as in France this is considered a violation of the law.
3. You must always carry with you documents that prove your identity (original or officially certified copy). Representatives of the law may ask you to present this document, and if you do not have it, you will have to proceed to the nearest police station to find out your identity.
4. Transportation of narcotic or other prohibited substances in France is a criminal offense. Therefore, be prepared for thorough police checks of your belongings at the checkpoints of airports and railway stations.
5. You need to be especially careful when crossing the road, even at pedestrian crossings, as local drivers do not always slow down in front of them, contrary to the prevailing opinion about the upbringing of French motorists.
6. In local hotels and hotels of different levels, you will be offered multiple meals only if you book a room for three or four days. Be careful when paying for hotels with credit cards - fraud has been noticed here in the form of using your data for illegal purposes.
7. Tipping in France is between 12 and 15% of the total cost and is usually included in the bill for hotel rooms or restaurant orders. If desired, you can leave the change when calculating the waiter or concierge.
8. There are very few Russian-speaking people among the service staff, but in many restaurants you can be offered a menu in Russian.
9. Since the beginning of 2008, France has adopted a law banning smoking in all public places. A year earlier, such a ban was introduced on smoking in workplaces, educational institutions, waiting rooms of railway stations and airports. You can smoke on open terraces, stands of stadiums and bus stops. Smoking is also allowed in hotel rooms, unless the hotel is non-smoking.
10. Shops in France open at 9 am and close at 18:30 - 19:00. Supermarkets are open until 21 - 22 hours. Banking hours: 09:00 to 12:00 and 14:00 to 17:00. Museums open at 9-10 am and close at 4-5 pm. Temples are open from 8 am until late in the evening.
11. In order to find lost things, you need to contact the Objets trouves service - this is a French lost property office.
12. Oddly enough, in terms of prices it is not the most expensive in Europe. However, the prices of hotel rooms or meals in restaurants can vary dramatically depending on the area in which you are.
