France is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. The rich culture and history of the country gave France what it has now. Perhaps that is why millions of people want to see the wealth of the country with their own eyes.
Major cities in France attract attention with their architecture, talented people and beautiful nature. In the article we will consider what cities are really worth visiting here.
The most beautiful French cities include a priori:
- Paris;
- Marseilles;
- Toulouse
- Lyon
- Nice
- Toulon
- Principality of Monaco.
What is the beauty and magic of these cities? Let's talk about each of them.
Paris
Perhaps it’s worth starting with the capital city of France - Paris. Making a rating of the most beautiful cities in France, you can put Paris in first place, since it really is the most magical of all French cities. In Paris, there are such attractions as the Louvre, Notre Dame Cathedral, Pantheon, the Bourbon Palace and, of course, the Eiffel Tower.
No wonder the beautiful phrase: “See Paris and die” became the symbol of dreams and goals. This metaphor is symbolic and means the constant desire of a person to achieve his goal. In 1992, a Russian film of the same name was released.
Now more than two million people live in Paris, which is the largest figure for France.
Lyon
No less popular and beautiful city of France from the list of the best is Lyon. About half a million people live in it. Lyon is truly rich in luxurious monasteries and cathedrals. Such, for example, is the famous Lyon Cathedral, built in the middle of the XII century.
In addition to temples, in Lyon there are several museums that have long attracted the attention of tourists. Both residents of France and city guests love Lyon, calling it the best city to live in the country.
Marseilles
The population of Marseille, as the second largest city in France, is growing rapidly, approaching one million. Tourists are usually attracted by the rich culture and interesting history of the city.
In Marseille, you can visit a considerable number of museums that display works of art and fashion. The city, located on the coast, is valuable for the French economy. It has three fairly large ports. Every year everyone can visit the most beautiful festivals of Marseille. They are dedicated to music and art and present to the viewer not only classical, but also modern works of art.
Nice
Not having a large area, it is famous for its high attendance, especially in the summer, the wonderful city of Nice. France is popular among wealthy tourists precisely because of its magnificent beaches, most of which love to relax on the coast of Nice. The city's airport annually meets and escorts a lot of passengers, taking third place in the country for this indicator. Nice population density is quite high at almost 5,000 people per square kilometer.
In Nice, one of the most beautiful cities in France, there are many unique museums.
The city is in great demand among tourists, therefore, brings France a huge profit.
Toulouse
Almost 500 thousand people live in Toulouse. For this reason, this locality is included in the list of cities in France, as one of the largest.
In Toulouse, a huge number of buildings built in ancient times have been preserved. Even after undergoing some changes and modernization, the city is still called the "pink" or "brick" city. In the Middle Ages, Toulouse was one of the religious centers of France.
It is noteworthy that in almost every city in France from the list we are considering, there is a football club based. Toulouse is also no exception, because a club of the same name trains at its main stadium.
Toulon
Toulon is a small city located on the Cote d'Azur, which is home to just over 150 thousand people. Its area is extremely small - only about 40 square kilometers. However, despite its miniature size relative to other cities in France, Toulon deserves attention.
And not only the small area of the city is its great advantage. Here, as nowhere else, one feels "home comfort", traditionality and regularity of life in France. As a port city, Toulon will appeal to those who like to go on cruises or just enjoy stunning views. In addition to the sea, the quiet streets of the city fascinate, on which you can rarely meet a crowd of fussy and hurrying passers-by.
In addition to the beaches with soft golden sand, in Toulon there is Freedom Square, which is definitely recommended to visit for every visitor. In addition, in the city you can find the colorful Provence market, rich in national products of France.
Monaco
Monaco cannot be called a French city. It is rather a small state, the area of which is only two square kilometers. Despite this, Monaco is an independent state, headed by Prince Albert II. Monaco belongs to one of the most titled football clubs in France with the same name.
This mini-state is often visited by tourists who are fans of gambling. Monte Carlo, the largest city in Monaco, is a huge cluster of casinos and beautiful museums. In addition, tourists are advised to visit the Monaco Opera House, famous for its skillful performances and beautiful songs.
It is worth noting that the strength of the Monaco military orchestra (85 people) exceeds the size of his army, which consists of only 82 people. Although the small state is in a relatively safe position, sometimes soldiers still have to defend their homeland.
In this article, we examined a list of cities in France that are recognized as the most beautiful and interesting.