France 🇫🇷
France 🇫🇷: capital Paris, population 68 million, located in Europe. Currency: Euro (€). Discover flag, language, neighbors and fun facts — then play the Name the Nations geography game!
Quick Facts
- Capital: Paris
- Population: 68 million
- Continent: Europe
- Language: French
- Currency: Euro (€)
Geography at a Glance
- Official name: French Republic
- Area: 551,695 km² (213,011 sq mi)
- Region: Western Europe
- Has a coastline
- People: French
- Internet domain: .fr
Fun Facts About France
- The most visited country in the world by tourists.
- Home to over 1,600 types of cheese.
- Its capital's most famous landmark was supposed to be temporary.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is France known for?
France is known for several things — The most visited country in the world by tourists; Home to over 1,600 types of cheese; Its capital's most famous landmark was supposed to be temporary.
How big is France?
France covers about 551,695 square kilometers (213,011 square miles), in the Western Europe region.
Is France landlocked?
No. France has a coastline and shares land borders with 8 neighboring countries.
What are people from France called?
People from France are called French.
What is the capital of France?
The capital of France is Paris.
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