1. FRANCE in Western Europe By Meghan Sicard

2. Tourist Attractions Eiffel 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

3. Holidays Bastille Day- ( La Fête Nationale) the French national holiday held on July 14 th.. Victory in Europe Day-(Victoire 1945) the end of World War II held on May 8 th Veterans Day-(Armistice 1918) the end of World War I held on November 11 th

4. greetings In 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.

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

6. WEATHER The 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.

7. Natural Features -Mont Blanc I the highest mountain in Eastern Europe Major rivers include the -Rhone -Loire -Seine -Garonne

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