France
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France is a country with which almost every traveller has a relationship. Many dream of its joie de vivre shown by the countless cafés, picturesque villages, and world-famous gastronomy. Some come to follow the trail of France's great philosophers, writers and artists, or to immerse in the beautiful language it gave to the world.
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- Currency
Currency
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- French
Language
French - Time zones
UTC+1
UTC+1 (UTC+2 in summer)- Power plugs
- Type C/E
Power plugs
Type C, E · 230 V - Getting around
Drive on the right
Drive on the right
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Capital: Paris · Calling code: +33
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