France – romantic charm, history, cuisine, regions, cities, and landscapes

Meet France, its romantic charm, history, cuisine, regions, cities, and landscape. Find out the beauties of Paris, Provence, Lyon, Normandy, French Riviera, Bordeaux, Marseille, Nice, Cannes and much more.

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hello guys welcome back to Professor explains Channel today we are going to a journey through France a country in Europe renowned for its romantic charm Rich history Exquisite Cuisine and breathtaking Landscapes join us on this journey as we explore the wonders of France from its iconic landmarks to its hidden gems France shares borders with Belgium and Luxembourg to the north Germany to the Northeast Switzerland to the East Italy and Monaco to the southeast Andor and Spain to the South and with the United Kingdom to the Northwest France is a unitary semi-presidential Republic with its capital in Paris the country’s largest city and Main cultural and Commercial Center other major urban areas include Marse Leon tulo Le Bordeaux stur non and n France reached its political and Military Zenith in the early 19th century under Napoleon bonapart establishing the first French Empire France was one of the major participants of World War I and World War II and from both Wars it emerged Victorious but at Great human and economic cost it hosts the third largest number of UNESCO world heritage sites and is the world’s leading tourist destination receiving over 89 million foreign visitors in 2018 ahead of Spain and the United States our journey begins in the heart of France Paris Paris is the capital and most populous city of France since the the 17th Century Paris has been one of the world’s major centers of Finance diplomacy Commerce culture fashion and Gastronomy for its leading role in the Arts and Sciences as well as its early and extensive system of Street Lighting in the 19th century it became known as the city of light the Eiffel Tower stands as a symbol of love and Architectural Brilliance designed by Gustav Eiffel the Eiffel Tower was constructed for the 1889 Exposition Universal World’s Fair to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the French Revolution as the most iconic symbol of Paris and France the Eiffel Tower offers stunning panoramic views of the city from its three levels a visit to the Eiffel Tower offers stunning views of the city day and night Paris is a major Railway Highway and Air transport Hub served by two international airports Charles deal airport the third busiest airport in Europe and Orly Airport opened in 1900 the city’s subway system the Paris Metro serves 5.23 million passengers daily it is the second busiest Metro System in Europe after the Moscow Metro the city hosted the Olympic Games in 1900 and 1924 and will host the 2024 Summer Olympics paris’s Rich cultural historical and artistic Heritage make the city a Timeless and enchanting destination for travelers from around the world after the Eiffel Tower the next stop is the Lou Museum home to over 35,000 works of art including the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo originally a fortress in the late 12th century it became a royal palace and finally a museum in 1793 the Lou’s vast collection spans from ancient civilizations to the 19th century the Lou museum is home to masterpieces such as Leonardo da Vinci Mona Lisa and the ancient Greek statue Venus de Milo notredam Cathedral completed in the 14th century is located on the eel de laite it has been a central landar in Paris for centuries despite the devastating fire in 2019 notredam remains an architectural Marvel visitors can admire its stunning facade intricate sculptures and beautiful stained glass windows the ongoing restoration efforts add a unique historical Dimension to the visit the Sha’s Elis is one of the world’s most famous Avenues leading to the Arc D triumph which was commissioned by Napoleon in 1806 to honor the French army strolling along the Sha’s Elis offers a mix of high-end shops theaters and cafes The Arc to Triumph provides a historical insight and panoramic views of Paris from its rooftop especially down the 12 Grand avenues that radiate from the Arch located at the highest point in Paris in monm marra the sacur Basilica was completed in 1914 it is built of white travertine Stone giving it a distinctive bright appearance housed in a former boar railway station The Muse dorsy primarily exhibits French art from 1848 to 1914 including an extensive collection of impressionist and post-impressionist masterpieces Palace of Versailles Chateau de Versa is located just outside Paris it epitomizes the Grandeur of French classical architecture and garden design it was the principal Royal residence of France from 1682 until the French Revolution visitors of Palace of Versailles can explore the opulent Hall of Mirrors the king’s Grand Apartments and the extensive Gardens with their fountains and sculptures the palace provides a deep insight into the lavish lifestyle of the French monarchy the San river flows through the heart of Paris passing many of the city’s most famous landmarks a river cruise offers a unique perspective of paris’s historical and Architectural Beauty including views of the Eiffel Tower notredam and the Lou day and evening cruises provide different atmospheres with illuminated monuments creating a magical experience at night created in the 17th century by Marie deichi the Luxembourg Gardens are a beautiful and expansive green space in the heart of Paris the gardens feature manicured Lawns treelined promenades and the picturesque mediche Fountain it’s a perfect spot for a leisurely stroll a picnic or simply relaxing while enjoying the Tranquil environment and watching the locals Mont San Michelle in Normandy is another Marvel this medieval Abbey perched on a Rocky island becomes surrounded by water at high tide creating a breathtaking sight it’s a symbol of medieval architecture Ure and religious history Normandy is also home to the D-Day beaches where the Allied Forces landed during World War II our next stop is Leon Leon offer a rich mix of History culture art and Gastronomy making the city a vibrant and diverse destination for travelers the stunning Basilica of notredam De forier sits at Top forier Hill offering panoramic views of Leon built between 1872 and 1884 the Basilica features a mix of Romanesque and Byzantine architectural Styles VI Leon old Leon is historic district one of the largest Renaissance neighborhoods in Europe ver Leon is a maze of narrow cobbled streets filled with Renaissance buildings traboules hidden passageways and Charming Courtyards key sites include St Jee Cathedral maon de avocats and numerous quaint boutiques and cafes Park de latet door Urban Park is one of the largest in France covering 117 hectares Leon Cathedral cathedral St John Baptist is built between the 12th and 15th centuries and is located in the heart of VI Leon the cathedral is renowned for its astronomical clock intricate facade and beautiful stained glass windows one of the largest open squares in Europe place bellor is a central Hub in Leon trules of Leon are hidden passageways that run through buildings and Courtyards primarily found in V Leon and the Croy Rouse area the lair Valley often called The Garden of of France is famous for its stunning Chateau and Vineyards the lair Valley spanning 280 km 170 Mi is a Valley located in the middle stretch of the lair River in central France in both the administrative regions P de la Lair and center Val de Lair it is referred to as the Cradle of the French and the garden of France due to the abundance of Vineyards fruit orchards such as cherries and aroke and asparagus Fields The Chateau de shambour and chatau Des shano are must SE examples of Renaissance architecture surrounded by picturesque landscapes for those seeking Adventure Shaman Mont Blanc is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts located in the French Alps it’s a Haven for skiing hiking and mountaineering offering breathtaking views of the Mont Blanc Massif Bordeaux known as the wine capital of the world offers not just Exquisite wines but also beautiful architecture provance captivates with its Lavender Fields historic towns and vibrant markets the Romans made the region the first Roman province beyond the Alps and called it Provincia Romana which evolved into the present name until 1481 it was ruled by the counts of provance from their capital in ex and provance then became a province of the kings of France while it has been part of France for more than 500 years it still retains a distinct cultural and linguistic identity particularly in the interior of the region the Region’s Roman ruins in ARL the beautiful Villages of gourds and ruson and the stunning Landscapes of the luin make it a favorite among Travelers the largest city of the provance region the second largest city of France and provance region modern-day capital is Marseilles situated in the provance region of Southern France it is located on the coast of the Gulf of lion part of the Mediterranean Sea near the mouth of the ran river marsill is the oldest city in France as well as one of Europe’s oldest continuously inhabited settlements Marseilles has been a trading Port since ancient times in particular it experienced a considerable commercial boom during the colonial period and especially during the 19th century becoming a prosperous industrial and trading City Marse offers a rich mix of History culture natural beauty and modern charm making the city a captivating destination for travelers when in Marse a must visit is Basilica of notredam De lagard perched on the highest natural point in Marseilles this iconic Basilica is often referred to as Labon Meir by locals built in the mid 19th century it offers stunning panoramic views of the city the port and the Mediterranean Sea the historic heart of Mars is the Old Port that has been in use for over 2,600 years lean is Marseilles oldest neighborhood characterized by its narrow streets colorful buildings and Bohemian atmosphere Kongs National Park the St stunning National Park stretches along the coast from Marseilles to Cassis featuring dramatic Limestone Cliffs and hidden CES located on a small island off the coast of Marseilles Chateau diff Fortress was made famous by Alexander Duma novel The Count of Monte Christo The Fortress built in the 16th century was used as a prison and is now a museum mum Museum of European and Mediterranean civilizations opened in 2013 this striking modern museum is dedicated to Mediterranean culture cure and history pet Longchamp is 19th century complex that was built to celebrate the completion of the Duren River Canal bringing water to Marseilles lornes is Scenic Coastal road that stretches for several kilometers along the Mediterranean offering stunning sea views the French Riviera offers a glamorous escape from the luxurious yachts in can to the Charming streets of nice and the historic town of antique the Riviera is synonymous with luxury sunshine and Mediterranean Beauty nice offer a diverse array of experiences from historical and cultural landmarks to beautiful parks and vibrant markets making the city a delightful destination for all kinds of Travelers when in n a must visit is prominade De angay this is the iconic prominade that stretches along the Mediterranean Coastline for about 7 km offering stunning views of the Azure sea Castle Hill is a Historic Park and former mil military Fortress that offers panoramic views of nice and the surrounding area v n is the historic heart of nce characterized by narrow winding streets colorful buildings and bustling markets Place Massa is nice’s main Square surrounded by beautiful architecture and dotted with fountains and statues Russian Orthodox Cathedral built in 1912 is one of the most beautiful Russian Orthodox Churches outside of Russia reflecting the architectural style of Musk church prominade dupon is a large Urban Park that stretches through the heart of nce offering green spaces water features and playgrounds can offer a mix of cultural historical and natural attractions making the city a diverse and exciting destination for travelers when in can a must visit is La cette the famous Boulevard that stretches along the Mediterranean coast and is synonymous with luxury and glamour also visit Pet Day festivals at day Congress known for hosting the annual can film festival is a symbol of the city’s connection to the film industry the historic district of can luk is perched on a hill overlooking the city and the bay Plage de la CET is the public beach that runs alongside La CET and offers Golden Sands and clear waters from the delicate pastries and bread at a Parisian Banger to the rich flavors of regional dishes like Coke o van Ratatouille and booya base French cuisine is a celebration of taste and tradition and of course don’t for forget the cheese and wine French culture is a blend of tradition and modernity from fashion houses in Paris to Avant Guard art in marsay and from traditional festivals like bastile day to contemporary music and Cinema France continues to influence the world France’s diverse Landscapes range from the Lavender Fields of prance to the rugged Coastline of Britany the rolling Vineyards of Bordeaux to the Snowy Peaks of the Alps and now here are the thrilling facts about France that might surprise you France is is the most visited country in the world the Lou is the world’s largest Art Museum French is the official language of 29 countries the French invented the metric system the French Revolution began in 1789 and ended in 1799 the tour to France is the world’s most famous cycling race France is home to 44 UNESCO world heritage sites The Mont Blanc in the French Alps is the highest mountain in Europe the can film festival is one of the most prestigious film festivals in the world from its Rich history and stunning architecture to its Exquisite Cuisine and vibrant culture France is a country that captivates the heart and soul of every traveler don’t forget to like comment and subscribe for More Travel adventures and for more insightful content don’t forget to subscribe to Professor explains Channel thank you for watching keep track of more videos 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