France
Paris - Eiffel Tower
The French are a notoriously pretentious breed, and rightfully so. As one of the most historically and culturally rich countries in the Western world, France has countless reasons to take pride in its national heritage.
With the capital city of Paris, which essentially optimizes the birth of modern urban life, its citizenry possess a detectable sense of savoir-faire or know-how, which is evident through their mastery of gastronomy, art, fashion, partying and etiquette.
Dazzling visitors with its inherent romanticism, Paris is also a crucial cultural hub. Possessing everything from performing arts, home to the Opera Garnier (Place de l'opera), and famed museumsl like the Louvre, the Musee d'Orsay and the Pompidou Center, to the the Eiffel Tower and the palace of Versailles at its perifery, Paris is both romatic and enriching.
Outside of this cultural mecca, France is laden with other beautiful cities, like Lyon and Marseille, and picturesque towns worthy of visiting. The northern hills of Normandy and Brittany, offset its sandy beaches and harbor towns.
The French Alps offer incredible skiing conditions, attractioning throngs of winter-sport enthusiasts from far and wide.
The South, boasting a mild climate, the French Riviera, and other beautiful places, is replete with natural beauty, roman ruins, and delectable French cuisine - perhaps reasons why it appeals so strongly to the rich and famous.
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