Not only fans of history will be delighted with Serre Chevalier. It is an ancient geological formation with many extraordinary spots. The Rocher blanc in the valley of Guisane is one of them. It is possible to see an extremely rare phenomenon here – the 300-meter tall rocks unleash more than 300 million years of history of the Earth. The military architecture of the region is, perhaps, its biggest attraction. …
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When it comes to food regime, there are some peculiarities that foreign tourists should not forget about. They shouldn’t expect to find a variety of food for breakfast. As a rule, locals order fresh buns and croissants together with coffee – breakfasts are really light here. However, lunches start quite early, already in the noon. A typical lunch consists of three dishes. A light soup or broth is a typical …
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Communication with local people should also be made as laconic as possible. By no means should foreigners start with discussing serious questions and talk straight about the main theme. Start with something neutral and enjoy “small talks”. Business travelers should particularly not forget about this simple rule. When discussing something with local people, it is virtually impossible to prove that your opinion …
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The most fascinating affair is a long walk though the town. This way one can see various monuments and unique historical buildings all over the place. Walking lovers should consider the fact that the streets in Briancon are really steep and the long walk can be very difficult. Modern Briancon is famous not only due to first-rate alpine skiing tracks, but for great sanatoria. Many tourists choose them for their …
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The most beautiful historical street of Briançon accommodates Hotel Auberge de la Paix, which is designed in a sophisticated and romantic style. Each and every element of its rooms' interior is thought out to the smallest detail; they are furnished with chic beds decorated with high carved headboards, unusual chandeliers with many pendants and vintage lamps, beautiful paintings, and designer accessories in a …
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Chez Bear Ski Lodge invites all travelers to spend a few days amidst the fabulously beautiful alpine scenery. A unique wooden building occupied by the hotel has completely preserved its original decoration, which is amazing with its luxury and abundance of fine details. Stone and wooden walls are adorned with a huge number of paintings, among which there are many priceless antique objects. The hotel offers a fine …
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Moving around in France - transportation
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France is one of the most economically developed countries in the European Union. This explains why there is such a high-quality transport infrastructure in the country. Railway transportation is as a matter of fact popular in France. There is in Paris the largest railway network in the entire country; it extends not only to all cities and regions, but also to neighboring countries. Local and regional high-speed trains, as well as Express trains run in the Country. Speaking of public transport, the most popular is buses. All journeys are strictly based on schedule. However, quite often in large cities, public transport gets into traffic jams. Buses become the most popular choice of transportation when it is necessary to get from one city to another without a stop. Also, in the capital of France there are night buses which are designed for those who like to move during the night time.
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Economy roadmap of France
France today, is one of the most developed countries in the world in terms of GDP. These indicators are stable, despite the fact that a fairly large part of the economy officially belongs to the state. Also, it should be noted that one of the highest living standards in the world is observed in France. This is due to the steady increase in the number of immigrants in the State. One of the most guarded sectors of the state is the Agricultural sector. The main emphasis was placed on private land ownership. Of all others, thanks to which every year the potential of this field of activity increases. Today, France is considered the largest State in the whole of Europe in terms of the quantity of grain and wheat being cultivated. Also, the country produces a lot of beef and dairy products, especially cheese, which today has about 400 varieties. All these products are mostly exported, and ensure the growth of the country’s GDP. The wine industry is also actively developing. Elite varieties of wines are exported all over the world.
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