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France

The clear blue waters of Corsica (Photo: Corsican Places)

France attracts holiday-makers from all over the world, who are drawn to its famous culinary delights, climates that provide some of the globe's best beaches as well as best ski slopes, and rich culture.

Capital – Paris
Major cities - Nice, Cannes, Lyon
Places of interest – Biarritz, St Tropez, Ardeche
Time Zone – GMT +1
Language – French. To learn the basics of French visit www.bbc.co.uk
France currency - France uses the euro. One euro is worth about 68 pence. For up-to-date exchange rates see: www.xe.com/ucc

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