"La Belle France" France by Helga67

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It's hard to generalise about France - as Charles de Gaulle once remarked, 'how could one describe a country which has 265 kinds of cheese?' Yet there is something about this magnificent land which draws millions of francophiles back year after year for a taste of la vie française.

Could it be the chic boulevards of Paris, the sparkling ski slopes of the Alps, sunlit vineyards and sun-baked beaches, a dusty game of boules, or coffee and croissants in an undiscovered village? Or perhaps it's a tour of the majestic châteaux of the Loire that appeals, the glamorous jet-set lifestyle of the Mediterranean, or a relaxing picnic in Provence, where the air is fragrant with wild herbs and lavender?

There is no denying that France is a land of great contrasts, offering an endless choice of enticing destinations, a rich diversity of landscapes, cuisines, climates and peoples, with an exceptional cultural heritage. It's easy to see why the French stay at home for their holidays and why they so felicitously call their country La Belle France.

Last visit to France: Dec 2003
Intro Updated Jan 31, 2004
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Comments (51)

Toyin Feb 7, 2005 at 11:09 AM Report Abuse

Lovely page, Its amazing to see France from your percepective. Thanks for sharing.
Luchonda Jan 22, 2005 at 1:53 PM Report Abuse

Wasn't it Charles De Gaulle who once said : "La douce France, c'est moi et Honda Blackbird" Oubliez peu.....
rozehill Mar 11, 2004 at 1:09 AM Report Abuse

What gorgeous pics Helga. I wish to see around Languedoc one day soon!
LarsLous Jan 31, 2004 at 9:36 AM Report Abuse

well, yes, driving in france can be an adventure on its own! Have a nice day!
pollon Nov 14, 2002 at 5:13 AM Report Abuse

I would like one of those 256 cheeses now ;-)
interesting & pleasant to read writing with great pics!!!
barryg23 Sep 21, 2002 at 3:04 PM Report Abuse

very good descriptions; nice pictures too!
genispp Sep 17, 2002 at 2:32 PM Report Abuse

Beautiful page: good info and photos
nicoleken Sep 4, 2002 at 10:08 PM Report Abuse

Mooie foto's en heel goede tips. Prachtig werk !
steventilly Jul 30, 2002 at 2:10 PM Report Abuse

Informative travelogues.
Kentbein Jul 26, 2002 at 5:35 AM Report Abuse

What a wonderful place!