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As the undisputed #1 tourism destination on the planet, the country of France offers thousands of things to see and do. Arguably, the most significant attraction in France, and for that matter Europe, is the unforgettable city of Paris. It exudes ambiance and style, and notable must-sees include the Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysees, Eiffel Tower, Latin Quarter, Louvre, Musée d'Orsay and Notre Dame Cathedral.
Additional points-of-interest in France include Saint Malo and the rugged coastline of Brittany, Corsica, Chateau De Versailles, Euro Disney Land, the stunning Loire Valley, the French Alps and Pyrenees, the Cote d'Azur and the Mediterranean cities of Cannes and Nice.
France is renowned for its architecture, art, cinema, cuisine, fashion, literature, music and wine. Its countless attractions, enchanting culture and pastoral countryside attract millions of visitors from around the world.

| Capital |
Paris |
| Population |
60,656,200 |
| National Day |
14 July
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| Religion |
Catholic (85%), Muslim, Protestant |
| Currency |
Euro - € |
| Languages |
French |
Climate
Across France, from April - August, weather conditions are generally warm and pleasant with moderate rainfall; fall temperatures are a bit lower and the winter months (though colder) remain mild.
The primary exceptions to that status quo are the mountainous areas, as morning and evening temperatures are considerably cooler in summer and become much colder in winter with heavy snowfall, especially in the Alps, Juros and Pyrenees.
In addition, along much of the English Channel and inland for about 50 km, and also across the Brittany Peninsula in the far northwest, frequent rains and strong winds are normal occurrences November - April.
In north-central France, from Paris south through the Loire River Valley, and then on to Bordeaux and the Bay of Biscay, precipitation amounts are light and the summer temperatures average in the high 70's.
Along the southern Mediterranean coastline the spring months are mild and windy, and summers are notoriously comfortable (some say perfect) with high temps in the low 80's and little rainfall. Rains return in the fall and winter months, but freezing conditions are almost unheard of.
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