French Culture
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Paris has long been a haven
for artists, musicians, thinkers and political refugees. And
with that, Paris has a culture distinctly its own. Parisians
are culturally enlightened with a unique outlook on life.
There are few inhibitions regarding sex, which is ever so
apparent in the city’s media. Further exemplifying their
openness towards sexuality, it’s not uncommon to see
Parisians greeting one another with a kiss on each cheek. |
The city’s inhabitants are proud of their culture and heritage;
however, the old stereotype that the French are all “snobs”
doesn’t hold much water today. The expansion of English as
the universal language has helped to increase the acceptance of
travelers.
The city simply oozes fashion. Paris is the uncontested fashion
center of the world. Parisians place the highest value on fashion
and fine dinning. Wealth is spent more readily on the latest fashions
or on gourmet cuisine then anything else.
Parisians have a love for the performing arts including theatre,
ballet, opera, and film. In recent years, Jazz music has caught
on in a big way.
Let Paris’ unique culture inspire you.
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