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France is a country full of charm and interesting things! Here are some curiosities that are sure to surprise you:

• The land of fashion and art: France is famous for being the birthplace of great fashion designers and very important artists. Many people travel there to see beautiful clothes and incredible paintings!
• So many cheeses! Did you know that in France there are more types of cheese than there are days in the year? More than 1,200 varieties! For cheese lovers, it’s a paradise! A famous French president, Charles de Gaulle, once said: “How can you govern a country with 246 varieties of cheese?” Imagine having to try them all!
• The Eiffel Tower, an iron giant: Do you see that very tall tower in the drawing? That’s the Eiffel Tower, one of the most famous monuments in the world! It was built many years ago for an exhibition, and at first many people didn’t like it, but now it’s a symbol of France!
• The rooster, a proud symbol: Do you see that very friendly rooster? It’s one of the symbols of France! You’ll see it in many places, like on sports team shirts.
• “Je t’aime”: I love you in French: That beautiful phrase that appears in the drawing means “I love you” in French. It’s one of the most romantic languages in the world!
• Delicious sweets: The croissants and cheese we see on the worksheet are just a small sample of the delicious French food! Their breads, pastries, and many other delicious dishes are also famous.
• The birthplace of cycling: Do you see those cyclists? France is very well known for a very important bicycle race called the Tour de France. It’s a very exciting competition that lasts several days!
• Many important cities: In addition to Paris, which is the capital, France has other very beautiful and interesting cities such as Marseille, Lyon, Toulouse, and Nice. Each one has its history and charm!