FRANCEin Western Europe

By Meghan Sicard

Tourist AttractionsEiffel Tower-located on Champ de Mars-one of the most recognized structures in the world

Arc de Triomphe-stands in the center of Place Charles de Gaulle-one of the most famous monuments in Paris

Louvre Museum -the most visited art museum in the world-home to da Vinci’s Mona Lisa

HolidaysBastille Day- (La Fête Nationale) the

French national holiday held on July 14th..Victory in Europe Day-(Victoire 1945) the

end of World War II held on May 8th Veterans Day-(Armistice 1918) the end of

World War I held on November 11th

greetingsIn France women are usually kissed on both

cheeks as a greeting.

Although when first meeting someone a handshake is best. Again the women wait for the man to offer his hand.

MONEYFrance uses a currency called euros.One euro =1.36473 US dollars.-Hotel de Ville, Paris, France

WEATHERThe northeastern area has a

continental climate with warm summers and colder winters

The western coastal areas have hot and sunny summers and rainfall throughout the year due to the Atlantic.

Natural Features-Mont Blanc I the highest mountain in

Eastern EuropeMajor rivers include the -Rhone-Loire-Seine-Garonne

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