Besides tasty fruits, the region is famous for its high-quality dairy products, including “Munster” soft cheese. Once it was an indispensable product for local peasants who managed to preserve milk for a long time thanks to the rich cheese-making traditions. This premium cheese with a subtle taste is now considered a famous regional delicacy that can be tasted at all restaurants serving traditional cuisine. To …
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Another interesting holiday - the Lorraine Mondial Air Ballons - is held in the city in September. During this period, visitors to Metz will have the opportunity to participate in interesting recreational activities and admire colorful balloons rising to the sky every day. The most popular entertainment at this time is hot air balloon rides, during which one can admire the city from the bird's eye view and fly over …
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One of the most unusual symbols of the city is the Bridge of the Dead, which owes its appearance and gloomy name to the local archbishop. In the Middle Ages, by order of the Archbishop, a number of amazing decrees were issued, all of which were executed without question. According to one of these decrees, after the death of every citizen, his richest robe was to become the property of the bishop. Expensive clothes …
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It will be easy to arrange a real children's holiday if you visit a center called Okidok Metz with children from 2 to 5 years old. Here, kiddies will be able to try out climbing, sliding, riding cars, as well as play with toy blocks. And if you also celebrate a children's birthday here, little travelers will be endlessly happy. At this time, adults can sit at a cafe and chat while watching their children. Another …
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The main city market Marche Couvert housed in a very beautiful old building has long been one of the main local attractions. The market's product range is really impressive. Here you can always find dozens of seafood types, farm cheeses, home-made sausages, wonderful home-style pies and other fresh pastries. Visitors to the market are offered to taste many products before buying, so a walk through the rows can turn …
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4. The most popular restaurants and shops are concentrated in the historic square Place Saint Jacques. Their price level is one of the highest in town, but the quality of the dishes deserves the highest praise. 5. Young tourists are offered big discounts at cultural and entertainment centers of Metz. Travelers under the age of 26 can even visit the famous branch of the Pompidou Center for free. 6. Shopping …
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Climate in France and weather forecast - best seasons for visit
In France, the climate is quite favorable, so you can travel here at any time of the year. The main factor is the purpose of your visit to this romantic country, and financial opportunities. The highest tourist season occurs in the height of summer, and is observed from the end of July to the beginning of August. Although, in general, the beach season lasts until mid-September and the autumn season is characterized by a reasonable influx of tourists. Also, it is worth noting that a huge tourist rush is observed in the winter period. The country is visited by fans of mountain skiing. This usually begins from the middle of December and lasts until February. Also, a large percentage of travelers prefer to join in on the New Year and Christmas holidays in France. The least number of tourists in France is witnessed during the off-season. However, you can come to Paris at any time of the year; even when it rains to no end for days and the cold winds are relentless.
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Atmosphere of France: religion and languages
Last year, according to data, it is recorded that less than 30% of the population of the country believes in the existence of God. More than 35% of the country believes that there is a higher force or energy, whose mind is at times more powerful than the human mind. More than 40% of the population believe that there are no higher forces and consider themselves atheists. Catholicism in France has been recognized as the only religion for thousands of years. With the advent of Charlemagne in France, the Catholic faith became even stronger. It was proclaimed as the only correct direction of Christianity. Already at the end of the 19th century in France there were major changes, and the Country officially proclaimed itself a secular State. In other words, the Government gave freedom of choice of religion. However, over the years, other religious denominations began to develop in France, despite the fact that France is still considered a Catholic state.
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