If you are a globetrotter looking for unparalleled finesse
in the cuisine and culture or for simply an experience of quality life, then French culture or France in general is
one place you cannot miss.
France has reputation that simply suggests that there is no
place on earth like this. Paris, the fashion capital of the world is to some
the “City of Light” while to others it is more than that. Paris is the mecca
for the people in love; it is the most romantic city in the world.
France is not just about different cultures; it is literally
the birthplace of the term “culture”. The word culture is derived from the same
term and means to tend to nature, earth and grow and cultivate. France is
culturally influenced by the Gallo Roman and Celtic culture a well by the
German tribe, Franks.
If you are travelling to France, you will do yourself a
favor by learning little French. Majority of the population in the country
speaks French. It is also the second widely learned language in the world.
Other languages spoken in France are German, Arabic, Breton, Occitan and
Catalan with a few others.
France is predominantly a Catholic country with the other
major religion being Islam. The people of France have always taken great pride
in the history and culture of their nation that is often interpreted as rude by
the foreigners. In fact the word “chauvinism” which means having a feeling of
superiority against the other sex or to think that your country and culture
etc. is better than others, originated in France in around 1851.
The French are very open about love and sex outside
marriage. Families are open to children being born out of wedlock. Even public
figures like politicians and other celebrities do make any effort to keep their
love life private. As a proof of this open culture in the country, half of the
children born in France are out of wedlock or have single parents.
The French are known to be one of the most stylish and
sophisticated people. They even take pride in the fact that every part of
France, be it public or private, have a regal tone to them.
When it comes to French cuisine, it is never complete
without a bottle of wine. People of France love to eat and drink. They love
their food and wine at all levels of the social strata and socializing is
something that does not happen without food in France.
Paris is home to the very high-end fashion brands like
Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Hermes and Dior. The people of France they love to dress
and are very sophisticated and fashion conscious. France is also famous for their
art that is much appreciated by the locals there. Famous artists like Claude
Monet, Camille Pissarro and Edgar Degas to name a few, drew inspiration for
their famous creations in Paris. The largest museum for art in the world, the
Louvre Museum is located in Paris.
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