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France: Culture
Religion: Although the predominant religion in France is Catholicism, with about 64% of France's population identifying themselves as Roman Catholic, there are more religions practiced in France. Other religions in France include Islam, Judaism, Buddhism, and Hinduism.
Food: Usually a French meal consists of bread and cheese. France is also renowned for it's various wine regions. In France, it is not uncommon to see young adults drinking wine with dinner. The greatest culinary school is Le Cordon Bleu, and it is located in Paris, France.
Music: In France, classical music is the most common music to listen to, but the younger generation is into techno.
Art: The Louvre is one of the most well known art museums in France. Famous architecture in France includes Palace of Versailles, and the Arc de Triomphe.
Schools: In France, nursery school, or kindergarten, is optional. The three 'cycles' that are mandatory are primary school, middle school, and high school. Children attend each school depending on the borough they live in.
Entertainment: Entertainment in France includes cinemas, restaurants, concert halls, and they even have a Disneyland resort located outside of Paris.
Festivals: France has the Cannes Film Festival, which is one of the most famous film festivals in world. They also celebrate the Fête de la Musique, which is concerts and music and dancing throughout France. They celebrate Batille Day on July 14th with fireworks and government closings.
Sports: In France, the most common sport is soccer. France is also famous for the Tour de France bicycle race, which is a multiple stage bicycle race.
Traditions/Customs: France celebrates Christian holidays like Christmas and Easter. On May 1st, they celebrate May Day, also known as Labor Day.
Food: Usually a French meal consists of bread and cheese. France is also renowned for it's various wine regions. In France, it is not uncommon to see young adults drinking wine with dinner. The greatest culinary school is Le Cordon Bleu, and it is located in Paris, France.
Music: In France, classical music is the most common music to listen to, but the younger generation is into techno.
Art: The Louvre is one of the most well known art museums in France. Famous architecture in France includes Palace of Versailles, and the Arc de Triomphe.
Schools: In France, nursery school, or kindergarten, is optional. The three 'cycles' that are mandatory are primary school, middle school, and high school. Children attend each school depending on the borough they live in.
Entertainment: Entertainment in France includes cinemas, restaurants, concert halls, and they even have a Disneyland resort located outside of Paris.
Festivals: France has the Cannes Film Festival, which is one of the most famous film festivals in world. They also celebrate the Fête de la Musique, which is concerts and music and dancing throughout France. They celebrate Batille Day on July 14th with fireworks and government closings.
Sports: In France, the most common sport is soccer. France is also famous for the Tour de France bicycle race, which is a multiple stage bicycle race.
Traditions/Customs: France celebrates Christian holidays like Christmas and Easter. On May 1st, they celebrate May Day, also known as Labor Day.