Lille is the fourth largest city of France that perfectly combines culture and history of Flanders, France and Norway. It is located in Nord-Pas-de-Calais region and is known as the commercial center of Europe. Lille is located on the crossing of five large auto routes. The architecture of the city is very colorful and diversified because it combines various influences of the French style and art that have been …
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In the center of the historic district is a lovely L'Hotel de Ville. The first city hall was built on this site in the 19th century, but in 1916 it was completely destroyed by great fire. Construction of the new building was completed in 1926. The height of the tower is 105 meters. All visitors can climb to the observation deck on the top of the building; it offers unique panoramas. The interior of the building is …
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Lille is a nice city for a family holiday; resort is ideal for fans of active rest. It is also an attractive place in eyes of shoppers. Here you can find places of entertainment for families with children, great nightclubs and bars, modern shopping malls and colorful markets. Visitors have to see the local zoo, Parc de Zoologique. It is home to more than four hundred birds and animals brought from different parts of …
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Local pubs and bars will be a real boon for lovers of beer, as this drink is very popular among locals. As for alcoholic drinks, then Genièvre is worth mentioning; it a special kind of bread vodka. Those who can’t imagine a meal without cheese, would have a pleasant surprise. Lille produces a special kind of cheese - Le Vieux Lille - which is popular among gourmets. This cheese has a strong smell, so it is …
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Even though most locals have a good command of foreign languages, they are extremely reluctant to speak them. It would be more advisable for tourists to learn a few simple phrases in French or just use gestures instead of trying to communicate in English. For local residents, the observance of etiquette is appropriate in any situation. It is customary to say hello and goodbye to any person providing any service. …
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The most unusual cultural institution is the La Piscine Museum, which is located in the immediate vicinity of Lille. This museum was opened in the converted old bathing facilities. Today, its exhibits are placed directly in the swimming baths, which have long not been used for their intended purpose. This museum stores an extensive collection of works of art and designer accessories. There is even a collection of …
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Moving around in France - transportation
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It is also worth noting that water transportation is also common in the country. For the most part, it is represented by comfortable ferries that run between France and England, as well as between France and Ireland. Also very popular among tourists are cruise ships and ferries, which go straight to Corsica from Marseille or Toulon. In the vicinity of Paris, especially in the midst of tourist seasons, there are various small pleasure boats from which tourists will have the opportunity of seeing the various surrounding sights. The ships differ in classes, depending on the service and the cultural program.
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Economy roadmap of France
The service sector in France is an excellent ground for the development of large and small businesses. It employs more than 65% of the able-bodied population, and this is about 15 million people. That is why this sector makes a huge contribution to the country’s annual budget and is characterized by regular development. According to various statistics, France is considered the most visited country in the world. It is for this reason that the hotel business is at the highest level. But at the same time, you will find not only large-scale, high-class hotels functioning here, but also thousands of small hotels that are oriented towards a specific class of tourists. Small businesses in the country are mostly represented by restaurants, retail outlets, and also financial and telecommunication services. Such a state of affair as the Country provides, enables any resident of France to successfully achieve stability, and record a reasonable success through his or her work.
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