France Attractions
The Eiffel Tower - Most important! Walk up this metal monstrosity, and don't take the cable car! Only by slowly walking up step by step through the belly of this giant monument, can you get a real feel for its history and magnitude. A Tourist Tip! - you can take the cable car down for free - no one checks the tickets on the way down!
Notre Dame - A Gothic masterpiece situated in the heart of Paris. Entrance is free, and the mass is highly recommended. At the end of the ceremony, there is a procession through the narrow surrounding streets.
Arc de Triomphe - From the Place de la Concorde to the top of the Champs-Elysees, you will discover the Place de l'Etoile which is known today as the Place Charles de Gaulle. And, here lies the Arc de Triomphe.
The Loire Valley - The Loire Valley was the capital of the French aristocracy from the 15th to 18th centuries and the area is dotted with the most beautiful castles in France.
Matisse Museum - The lovely and innovative art of Henri Matisse was inspired by the fresh colors and lines of Nice. Just take a look at any of his art peering out of balcony windows, and you will surely see the Riviera shoreline.
Lourdes - Even if you are not a devout Catholic, or seeking miraculous cures, Lourdes is a fascinating stop on any itinerary.
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