Page 9 - (DK Eyewitness) Travel Guide - France

Few countries capture the imagination like France’s long and thrilling history is evident
France. Synonymous with romance, fine dining across the country in prehistoric monuments,
and inimitable style, this huge country also Roman ruins, magnificent castles and chât-
boasts spectacular landscapes: the wave-lashed eaux, and awe-inspiring abbeys, cathedrals and
cliffs of Brittany, the deep gorges of the Massif churches. Yet, not content to rest on its historic
Central, the lavender fields of Provence, sun- laurels, France continues to innovate and
kissed Mediterranean beaches and lofty Alpine inspire. There is a festival for every occasion,
peaks. These glorious land scapes have been ready to showcase the best France has to offer.
immortalized in iconic artworks found in the With so many different experiences and
country’s world-famous museums and galleries. regions on offer, France can seem overwhelming.
The cities and villages, too, are not to be We’ve broken the country down into easily
missed. Lyon is one of the world’s hottest navigable chapters, with detailed itineraries,
foodie scenes. Paris has some of the best art expert local knowledge and colourful, com-
galleries the country has to offer. To the east, prehensive maps to help you plan the perfect
the colourful village of Riquewihr was immor- visit. However long you plan to stay, this
talized in Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. In the Eyewitness guide will ensure that you see the
west, wine festivals attract visitors to vibrant very best that la belle France has to offer.
Bordeaux, while Nice dazzles in the south. Bienvenu! Enjoy the book, and enjoy France.

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