France
French Republic
France was a founder of the European Union that was created in 1958.
During Roman control France was named Gaul and has never been part of another country. France is located in Western Europe. It's bordering countries are Spain, Italy, Germany and Belgium. France's coordinates are 46 degrees North and 2 degrees East.
This is France's flag. The colors blue, white and red represent Liberty, equality and society.
Paris
Paris is the capital of France
Major Cities
Tourist Atractions
Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower is located in Paris. It has encouraged the first radio transmissions. The Eiffel Tower has light shows performed. It was in construction for 2 years, 2 months and 5 days. Now it welcomes more than 7 million people.
Musée du Louvre
The museum has over 35,000 objects from prehistory. Paintings in clouding the Mona Lisa and statues including the Venus de Milo.
Norte Dame de Paris
Norte Dame de Paris in English is Our Lady of Paris. This gothic cathedral is dedicated to the Virgin Mary.
Geography of France
Mont Blanc
This mountain is France's highest peak located in the Alps.
Rhine
Rhine is France's eastern border.
Vosges Mountains
These mountains are forest covered and are in the northeast of France.
Government
Republic
Currency
The franc used to be France's prior currency. Now they use the EURO(€).
Interesting Facts about France
— In France you can marry a dead person
— Potaetos were illegal between 1748-1771
— There are more people speaking French in Africa than France