French Culture, arts and architecture

This section of France this way looks at various aspects of culture, both historical and modern, within France - the French artists, the poets and writers, the music. Through history, and perhaps above all during the 19th century, France has played  a leading role in the arts:

Arts

FRENCH ART AND ARTISTS - most popular art sections include

• 19th century French art
• French impressionist painters
• post-impressionists in France

Architecture

• French architects and architecture

Literature and authors

See French writers and poets

French Films

See French film directors

Music

• French classical music and composers
• Pop Music in France

Modern Culture and Sundry

• Television in France
• French eating habits
• Top 10 lists (not necessarily culture, includes for example Infamous French Criminals and top French cars)

• Tour de France: a quick introduction to the most difficult sporting competition in the world

• Pelote - popular traditional game in the Basque region

Symbols of France

The symbols of France include the Flag of France (the only official symbol); Marianne, symbol of Liberty; and the cockerel.

French currency and the French Franc