Climate: The average summer temperature in Paris is around 25°C, while in August 30°C is not uncommon. London's weather is actually better than its reputation. August has an average of just a few rainy days and in most cases the rainfall lasts only a few hours at the most. Temperatures range around 22°C although dog days, on which it can get as hot as 30°C, are not unknown.
Currencies: Legal tender in France is the euro and the pound sterling in Britain.
Tourist Information: Britain and France maintain numerous tourist offices around the world, but probably the best overview can be obtained by visiting the following Web sites: www.visitbritain.com, www.franceguide.com, www.visitlondon.com, de.parisinfo.com/, www.althorp.com, www.hrp.org.uk/KensingtonPalace, www.royalparks.org.uk/parks/hyde_park/diana_memorial.cfm www.tfl.gov.uk/tfl/gettingaround/walkfinder/walkdetails.asp?id=36
SOURCE: DPA AND TAIPEI TIMES
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