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n direct contrast to its

mainly rural landscape, France

is a modern nation with most people now living in towns and

cities. While industry makes up the largest section of its economy, tourism also plays a big part—France is the world’s most visited country. A land of varied scenery, from gently rolling farmland

in the north to a stretch of dry, warm Mediterranean coast in the south, France also shares two mountain ranges—the Pyrenees

and the Alps. Each of the 22 regions within France, which includes the island of Corsica, has its own distinct identity and culture. The tiny countries of Andorra and Monaco lie next to France.

HIGH-SPEED TRAVELFrance has Europe’s fastest train, the TGV –

train à grande vitesse

–

which travels at up to 186 mph (300 kph) during normal services. In 2007, a modified TGV even set a speed record for conventional trains of 357.2 mph (574.8 kph). The TGV network connects Paris with all the country’s major cities, which makes it easier to commute or visit relatives. It also extends to Germany, Italy, Belgium, Switzerland, and through the Channel Tunnel to Britain.

NUCLEAR POWERThree-quarters of France’s electricity is produced by nuclear power plants (above), making the country largely self-sufficient in energy and one of the main producers of nuclear power in Europe. Hydroelectric plants are also an important source of power.

STREETS OF PARISTourists flock to Paris to visit its world-famous museums and art galleries, shop in its elegant stores, and soak up its vibrant atmosphere. Montmartre, which overlooks the city, is famous for its artists.

Close by, in the Place du Tertre (above), visitors

can have their portrait painted.

Boules

, the

national game of

France, is still

played in village

squares around

the country.

France

Europe

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