Located at the heart of France’s hexagonal territory, Auvergne is a sparsely populated land of volcanic plateaus and large valleys. Unlike the Alps to the east or the Pyrénées to the southwest, its highest peaks reach only 6,000 feet above sea level and are free of snow in summer. The local authorities? efforts to safeguard the environment have made Auvergne one of the last protected zones in Europe.
Before going to Auvergne, familiarize yourself with its history and its gastronomy.
France.com was registered 20 years ago today, preceding the births of Internet giants such as  Amazon.com, Ebay, Google, Facebook and Twitter. Starting in 1994, France.com was a pioneer in the use of the Internet for publication: it was the first company to distribute a daily French […]
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The next time you are thinking about taking a tour, maybe the best idea is to move off the beaten path of museums, palaces, and quaint sights.  Instead let your vacation be ruled by your stomach.  When planning French vacations you can rest assured that there is plenty […]
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