France
Welcome to France
DISCOVER FRANCE
The variety of cultures, landscapes, and traditions across its regions make up a rich and unique diversity. The country prides itself on its gastronomy, art, culture, fashion, and haute-couture, and lives by the French saying “art-de-vivre”, the art of living, and is renowned worldwide for its sophistication and traditions.
The country also has 26 elements on the Intangible Heritage list, such as the distinguished Gastronomic meal of the French, an established social practice where French people celebrate moments around a festive meal.
France counts 49 sites on UNESCO World Heritage List.
From rural and mountainous areas to sunny coastlines, and from forests to urban areas and big cities, the country is home to many landscapes and has something for everyone.
Nicknamed the Hexagon in reference to its shape, France has a vibrant and extraordinary history and is the country of Kylian Mbappé, Victor Hugo, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Omar Sy, Edith Piaf, Charles de Gaulle, Thomas Pesquet, Marie Curie, and many others. The country values history and culture, and has a network of around 1,220 museums, with 61 museums dedicated to holding, preserving, and promoting national collections of art, culture, science, and technology.