The city's main musical festival takes place in early February, and in November, Nantes hosts the Festival des 3 Continents. It is one of the oldest film festivals in France that has been held annually since 1979. The event is dedicated to the national cinema of Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Over the years of its existence, the program of this festival has also expanded significantly. Within its framework, they …
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Another cultural object that can not be ignored in Nantes is the Natural History Museum. It was founded in 1799 by a local pharmacist who has collected many interesting natural science exhibits. In 1806, the city authorities bought out his collection and opened a museum in the old school building, which continues to receive visitors for more than 200 years. In the first half of the 19th century, the museum moved to …
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The city of Nantes situated at the mouth of the Loire River is a tourist destination worthy of being explored. Besides the fact that Nantes boasts of a great many attractions and a rich history, which can be learned during tours (be sure to take the kids with you - they'll find it interesting for sure), it also has a lot of entertainment centers. Entertain yourself and the kids by visiting water parks, zoos, swimming …
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One of Nantes' most famous markets is located in Talensac district. This is a grocery market aimed primarily at locals, so all the products are sold at affordable prices here. A wide selection of seasonal fruits and vegetables is always available at the market. At the same time, many tourists come here specifically to appreciate the variety of fresh seafood. Visitors to the market will find several outdoor cafes …
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3. The guests of the city are recommended to set off to the Rue Crebillon district as this is exactly the place of concentration of shopping centers and elite boutiques. At the end of the season all local shops and boutiques offer grand sales.
4. Prudent tourists are advised to opt for markets to buy some foods. The most popular market place is the Talensac which features considerably lower prices …
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Fans of outdoor recreation will surely appreciate the time spent at Golf De Nantes Erdre where they can enjoy not only an amazing playing experience but also strikingly picturesque views. It is also worth checking out Acrocime Rope Town if you want to spend equally active hours overcoming obstacle courses. It must be said that this kind of entertainment is suitable for all levels of training and brings unforgettable …
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Climate in France and weather forecast - best seasons for visit
France is considered one of the largest countries in modern Europe. The territory from the north side is washed by the Atlantic Ocean and from the South by the Mediterranean. In general, it is these factors that form the climatic conditions in the country. The French climate can be called moderate and in the southern regions, the subtropical one prevails. Winter here is quite soft and warm, with high humidity. For most part of the year, strong western winds blow here, especially near the Atlantic. But then again in mountain regions in contrast, it is very cold and snowy in winter. The center of the country has continental climate prevailing. In spring, the weather in the country is quite volatile. The air temperature gradually increases, beginning from the month of March. By the middle of April, it already reaches an index of 12°C. At the same time, it often rains practically throughout the entire territory. By the end of April however, sunny days are much longer, although prolonged rains still remains a common occurrence. Already in May, the average temperature on the Mediterranean coast is 26°C. Precipitation rarely falls during this period.
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Atmosphere of France: politics
It is worth noting that in France since the middle of the last century there is another non-standard governing body, called Constitutional Council. It is designed to consider acts that are issued by the authorities. Such a procedure is necessary to strictly control compliance with all legislative projects of the current Constitution. The Council comprises of 9 members, who are appointed personally by the President of the Country. The most important body of the judiciary is the Court of Cassation. This Court is headed by the President, as well as six judges who act as Chairmen. The Supreme Council nominates judges, and only the President has the right to approve them. There are several types of courts functioning in the country, among which you can find Appellate courts, regional courts, supreme courts and courts of first instance, as well as the military tribunal.
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