France is full of beauty and Australians love beautiful places. Winter is almost here in Australia and it will be pleasant summer in France at the same time. Holidaymakers in Melbourne have already came up with exquisite French getaways that are not only filled with many beautiful French attractions but also provide the Zen and peace away from the big city life in Melbourne. Here are a few interesting tourist locations in France that will attract you to a French holiday this winter from Melbourne – exquisite beauty:
Where to Go?
When planning your holiday from Melbourne to France, one of the major concerns for you is to find out places and locations that are worth a visit. Here are a few beautiful and sometimes even ‘out of this world’ places to visit in France.
The Un-Miss-Able Eiffel Tower
Who can make a list of beautiful places to visit in France and not mention the Eiffel Tower, right! It has been the center of attraction in Paris, France for a very long time and probably will continue to be for a very long time as well. The extra-large structure consists of 8,000 metallic parts and was designed by Gustave Eiffel with a humongous height of 320 meters. The beauty of the Eiffel tower just doesn’t stop at the tower and its adjoining park, you can also visit Paris in all its romantic glory with oldest fantastically preserved buildings and that delicious original French vine as well with some of the most delicious foods from across the world.
History and Beauty of Louvre Museum
Visit the true French and European art preserved from throughout history located in the former royal palace of French Kings at the famous Louvre Museum. The Mona Lisa by Leonardo DaVinci, the Wedding Feast at Cana by Veronese and the 1st century BC Venus de Milo Sculpture as well are currently resting here and the whole calm and luxurious environment is just what many people prefer. The overall collection of 30,000 artworks and the breathtaking surroundings provide many just what they need.
Majestic Versailles Palace
The current Royal Residence created by the “Sun King, Louis XIV’s” father as a small hunting lodge and converted into the famous Versailles Palace that we know now by the Sun King himself, the palace is beautiful and a show for the French Monarchy in every right. Architect Jules Hardouin-Mansart created the elegant Baroque façade and the much luxurious lavish interior. The famous Hall of Mirrors and the whole true French architecture of the palace are a thing of beauty.
Beautiful Côte d'Azur
Côte d'Azur is the most fashionable coastline in France. It is a glorious mix of tradition and modernity and translates to “Cost of Blue” in literal meaning that was named after the deep blue sea it is attached with. The whole development is beautiful and colorfully elegant with the beach open to public presenting all the glorious blue waters and movement in the town at the same time. This one is a must visit if you are someone who likes to visit manmade beautiful places on earth.
Pyramid of the Seas – Mont Saint-Michel
From a distance during the day, the amid reflection of the dramatically rising structure, Mont Saint-Michel is beautiful and mesmerizing to say the least. The whole structure is shaped like a true pyramid and is given the name Pyramid of the Seas due to its appearance right on the coast of Normandy. During a low tide, you can even walk across the soft sand and enjoy the mesmerizing reflection during a high tide. With Gothic spires soaring no less than 155 meters above sea level, the first incarnation of this pyramid was built in 708 AD by Archbishop Aubert of Avranches as a result of the Archangel Michel appearing in one of his visions.
Dreamy Loire Valley Châteaux
Every dreamed a fairyland or seen it in children’s storybooks and animated poems, the majestic Loire Valley Châteaux will take you to that dreamy heavenly place in no time at all. The castle structures taken right from fairytales, the colorful mixes of organic nature, and the old stony bridges with artistic designs look majestic with enchanting countryside of woodlands and river valleys, the whole picture makes you think that places like this still exist in the world.
Adventurous Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
In the French Alps, the breathtaking spectacle of Mont Blanc is nothing short of a marvelous adventure for those who have a bone for glaciers and mountain tops. It is also the highest mountain peak in whole of Europe and marks the French border with Italy as well. The always snowy peak of the mount has the traditional alpine village of Chamonix below it that is filled with historic churches, lovely quite restaurants and the charming auberges. The whole safari is one of the most enjoyable for a peace lover with that inclination towards risk and adventure.
Getting Your Dollars Exchanged
Having decided on a French holiday this winter, you should never forget to get your Australian Dollars converted to Euros. If you are travelling from Melbourne, we can tell you about Danesh Exchange. These folks are one of the best currency exchange in Melbourne and if you are travelling from some other Australian city, be sure to check for the top quality and most reliable ones. However, don’t make the mistake of taking Australian dollars with you and then having to look for an exchanger in an unknown city or part of France.