- France - Wikipedia
France is a semi-presidential republic and its capital, largest city and main cultural and economic centre is Paris Metropolitan France was settled during the Iron Age by Celtic tribes known as Gauls before Rome annexed the area in 51 BC, leading to a distinct Gallo-Roman culture
- The 25 Best Places to Visit in France. - U. S. News Travel
France's capital city is a year-round tourist destination with iconic attractions like the Louvre and the Eiffel Tower and incredible architecture (think: the dazzling Basilique du
- France Maps Facts - World Atlas
Physical map of France showing major cities, terrain, national parks, rivers, and surrounding countries with international borders and outline maps Key facts about France
- France - The World Factbook
Visit the Definitions and Notes page to view a description of each topic
- 20 Most Beautiful Places to Visit in France - Leisure
From idyllic villages and gorgeous beaches to fairy-tale châteaux, there are countless beautiful places to visit in France
- Overview of France - Welcome to France
France – Key figures: Surface area: 633,186 sq km Population 66 6 million Capital city: Paris Official language: French Currency: Euro (EUR) System of government: Republic Founding member of the European Union Permanent member of the UN Security Council, NATO, OECD, OSCE, G8 and G20 Time zone: UTC GMT + 1 hour in winter; UTC GMT + 2 hours
- France country profile - BBC News
France is known the world over for its cuisine, fashion, culture and language A key player on the global stage and a country at the political heart of Europe, France paid a high price in both
- France Travel Guide by Rick Steves
A delightful blend of natural and man-made beauty, France offers chandeliered châteaux, forever coastlines, soaring cathedrals, Europe's highest mountain ranges, and museums showcasing cultural icons of the Western world
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