In the immediate vicinity of Nancy, there is the beautiful Montague Castle built in the 18th century for one of the wealthy royal officials. Over the years, the castle has changed a lot of eminent owners. In the late 19th century, its last major reconstruction took place, after which it remains unchanged. In the early 20th century, the owner of the castle was the famous archaeologist Eduard Salin who kept a unique …
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One of Nancy's most interesting cultural centers is the Muséum-Aquarium de Nancy. This is a big and very interesting museum-aquarium with a collection of unique exhibits hidden behind its walls. The exhibition is dedicated to representatives of marine and terrestrial fauna. The museum halls present rare stuffed predators, birds, and marine creatures. Visitors to the museum can find a very interesting collection of …
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For the best French wine, head to L'Epicerie du Goût. This is a specialty store owned by very friendly spouses who can be called real professionals of their craft. They will help you choose a wine to suit all preferences and tell about the peculiarities of the most popular brands. The price range for wines presented is very wide so you can shop here with different budgets. Those having a sweet tooth will be …
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2. Despite the tap water being considered absolutely safe, travelers are strongly recommended to avoid drinking it as its intake can worsen the process of acclimation. If the tap is marked with a sign “Eau non potable” then this water must not be drunk in any case.
3. The main means of public transportation is a bus. Tickets for bus trips should be bought in special stalls located near each bus …
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A great place to spend time with friends is La Comédie de Nancy where laughter does not stop for a minute and the charge of good mood remains with visitors for a long time. Great concerts are also held at Zenith De Nancy, so if you don't want to miss an interesting event during your vacation, be sure to clarify event and ticket information of the concert hall. Those who cannot imagine a vacation without watching …
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The central focus of the festival is the art of a certain historical period. Works of world-famous artists are projected onto the historic facades to the delight of the audience. Such bright shows are accompanied by a spectacular music program, which makes the event even more exciting. Unique historic architecture has been preserved all around the square. The buildings stand so close to each other that they form a …
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France - moving around the country
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All major cities of France have their own airports, which control not only the vast majority of domestic, but also overseas flights. If you come to France in the warm season, an excellent transportation option will be to rent a bicycle. Almost all over the country you will find special bike paths that connect some cities with others. If you want to travel along the coastal regions of France, you can use the ferry service. There is also in Paris, trips made by a lot of small excursion boats and cruise ships.
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Nature and parks of France
The longest river in the country is the Loire, flowing through the entire central part of France. Its length is just over one thousand kilometers. Historically, it played a strategically important role in the life of the state. Along the river Loire in its picturesque valleys, in the Middle Ages were built more than 70 castles. Many of them at different times were the residences of French kings. The Loire Valley is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List due to the huge number of monuments of architecture and history. One of the largest lakes in the country is the Lake Geneva, along which the border with Switzerland runs. Surprisingly, picturesque views of Lake Geneva have given inspiration to many creative people from around the world.
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