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Eiffel Tower, Paris-France

7 Interesting Facts About France

1. FRANCE

France is the world’s most popular tourist destination. This is a worldwide known fact, as per many travel sites and magazines’ listings.

2. PARIS

Paris was originally a Roman city called “Lutetia”. Many people have never heard this naming before, which makes it even more fascinating to discover hidden facts about France.

3. EIFFEL TOWER

EIFFEL TOWER was originally intended for Barcelona, Spain but the project was eventually rejected. This is one of the very interesting facts about France’s fondness with architecture.

4. ARC DE TRIOMPHE 

The construction of the Arc de Triomphe in Paris was ordered in 1806 by Napoleon, the French Emperor.

The construction was completed in 1836, long after Napoleon’s death in 1821.

5. LOUVRE

The LOUVRE was originally a fortress before it became a museum. Moreover, it’s nearly impossible to see all of its pieces of art in one visit.

Consequently, to learn as many facts as possible about France, it is best if you give the country several days for better exploration. Alternatively, you can schedule multiple visits especially during the summer to this charming nation.

6. FRENCH WINE

France produces 8 billion bottles of wine every year. The French consume 53 litres of wine per capita annually.

7. STRASBOURG

Strasbourg is considered to be the capital of Europe due to the presence of several European institutions.

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