The current Fifth Republic was formed in 1958 by Charles de Gaulle. Algeria and most French colonies became independent in the 1960s, with the majority retaining close economic and …

4 days ago · France, a country of northwestern Europe, is historically and culturally among the most important countries in the Western world. It has also played a highly significant role in …

Let the festivities begin! Towns and villages are aglow with lights to celebrate the end of the year. At Christmas markets, in the chateaux of the Loire Valley, in the mountains, or in the …

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Presently, France is at the forefront of European states seeking to exploit the momentum of monetary union to advance the creation of a more unified and capable European defense and …

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Dec 17, 2019 · The climate in mainland France is temperate, with quite significant regional differences. Temperatures are relatively mild and rainfall occurs throughout the year.

France, [h] officially the French Republic, [i] is a country primarily located in Western Europe. [j] Its overseas regions and territories include French Guiana in South America, Saint Pierre and …

The practical travel and tourist information pages on Paris, French regions, driving in France, and a whole lot more, are just part of a much wider exploration of modern France.

2 days ago · France's presidential silverware keeper and two other men are set to stand trial over the suspected theft of porcelain and other precious tableware, the Paris prosecution office said.