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France is western Europe's largest country, spanning 640,000 square kilometres from the English Channel and Atlantic coast in the north and west to the Mediterranean, Alps, and Pyrenees in the south and east. The country draws over 90 million international visitors annually, making it the most visited nation on earth. Paris anchors the cultural scene with world-class museums, but France's appeal extends far beyond the capital - the lavender fields of Provence, the wine regions of Bordeaux and Burgundy, the D-Day beaches of Normandy, the French Riviera's coastal glamour, and the ski resorts of the Alps each attract dedicated followings. French cuisine, from Michelin-starred restaurants to corner boulangeries, is recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage. The TGV high-speed rail network connects Paris to Lyon in 2 hours, Marseille in 3.5 hours, and Bordeaux in just over 2 hours, making multi-city trips practical even on short itineraries.