france
rance is one of the most highly visited tourist areas in the world with approximately 50 million tourists visiting annually to see France’s rich and diverse cultures. Listed below are resources relating to France and its diverse cultures.
Culture and History
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Le meilleur des fromages français: Providing information on Frances cheese delicacies.
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Le Louvre: Located in Paris, France, this central landmark is the official national museum of France and has some of the worlds most famous art including the three famous ladies: the Venus de Milo, the Victory of Samothrace, and Mona Lisa.
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The French Revolution : This educational history provides information regarding the French Revolution.
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French exercise : If you are interested in keeping in shape but prefer the French language this comprehensive guide gives you all the exercise information you need!
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Quebec History : Quebec is rich with history during the reign of Francis I, King of France and his expansion to New France, read more on this history.
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The Web Museum, Paris : Created by Nicolas Pioch who is an avid art enthusiast has compiled an extensive web guide of European artists and their works.
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Martine Carles : View some of the wonderful artwork from this profound artist living in Provence, France.
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Projet Beauceant : A French guide about Medieval times and culture.
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French History Time-line : This French history time-line provides easy-to-read details about significant times in France with an introduction to each era.
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Le quotidien des vins de Bordeaux : Learn about some of Frances best and most famous wines that you should not be missing out on.
Media
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The Cannes Film Festival: Located in the south of France, in the resort town of Cannes there is an annual gathering of film enthusiasts. The festival brings together some of the greatest minds in film to showcase their latest work.
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ELLE Magazine: This fashion forward magazine is based on the trends and styles of the latest designs from France.
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Coup de Pouce: A high profile magazine within the French culture covering numerous topics relevant to everyday life.
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Primere: The widely popular magazine focusing on the latest news in cinema.
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Pairscope: The popular magzine focuses on the latest events and happening within France.
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Radio Canada: Keeping up to date with the news and event in Canada won’t be hard while listening to radio Canada.
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France 3 En Ligne: Up to date news and information from France.
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TF1-L’info: Information on events in France including film and news as well as RealPlayer clips to keep you up to date.
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Musique Plus: If you love music this is the perfect site to find information on you favorite artists and listen to their stories and music.
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Radio France Internationale: French news.
Literature and Language
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Famous French writers: Information on famous French writers and their literature.
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Les Kutchuk: Games, puzzles and more in French.
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ARTFL: A French database from the University of Chicago.
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Nuit Blanche: The French magazine that takes a critical look at French literature.
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La Bibliothèque nationale du Canada: Take advantage of this online library in both English and French.
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Littérature québécoise: Literature resources from Quebec.
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La Bibliothèque Nationale de France: Brose the library of France’s resources.
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André Gide: Read about this amazing writer and winner of the Nobel Prize in 1947.
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Les Interview’s de Amina: A noted feminist magazine with interviews from noted French authors.