Ah, la France ! The Hexagone is once again the world's most visited country, with 85 million visitors in 2014.

The Château de Chambord in winter

Coming from all four corners of the globe, these visitors find themselves attracted to the French art de vivre (way of life): its cuisine, art, architecture, culture... and most especially, the country's incredible landscapes spanning from north to south. 

Most are already familiar with Paris and its Eiffel Tower, Montmartre district; the Côte d'Azur and its beaches... but what else is there? 

Check out these photos, which according to CNN, are the most beautiful places in France.