Haven Of Historical Places

Historical landmarks are frequently included on visitor itineraries since France is highly proud of its lengthy and frequently turbulent history, which spans the French Revolution, Napoleon, and the two world wars. Along with the breathtaking chateaux, churches, and cathedrals that dot the countryside, there are the well-known fighting locations of the Somme and the D-Day landings. Through destinations like the Palace of Versailles, Notre Dame Cathedral, Sacre-Coeur, Old Port of Marseille, and others, you can see how time has been preserved in France.

France really ranks fourth globally with more than 40 sites on the Unesco World Heritage list. Tourists are also attracted in large numbers by museums and art galleries. More people visit The Louvre alone each year than any other museum in the world, where the Mona Lisa is one of about 35,000 other artifacts and works of art.

Cities outside of the capital, including Bordeaux, Nice, Lille, and Strasbourg, are establishing a reputation as centers of the arts and culture, hosting festivals and events all year long. The numerous festivities of Celtic culture in Brittany are only one example of how each region also highlights its own distinctive past through traditional music, fairs, and performances.