Physical map of France

Political map of France

Situation of France in Europe

Graph of the population of France

Situation of France in Europe In the north, France is bordered by Belgium, the English

Channel and the UK. To the east, France is bordered by Belgium, Germany, Switzerland and Italy. To the south, bordering France and Spain with the Mediterranean Sea. And to the west, France is bordered by the Bay of Biscay.

The capital city of France

The capital and, therefore, most important city in France is Paris.

The capital and, therefore, most important city in France is Paris.

Republic or monarchy?

France is a Republica and the head of government is Nicolas Sarkozi.

Some of the most important writers who were born in France: Pierre Corneille (1606-1684), Blaise Pascal (1623-1662)Among others.

Some important people in France: the president of the government Nicolas Sarkozi and his wife Carla Bruni, also known as a famous French singer

Two of the most important monuments of France: The Eiffel Tower and the Church of Notre Dame.

Eiffel Tower is a tower located in the capital of France (Paris), beside the River Seine, with a height of 330 meters. It was built by French engineer Gustave Eiffel in 1884. During 40 years this tower became the world's highest.

The Church of Notre-Dame is one of the French older Gothic cathedrals. Built in 1163-1245 it is dedicated to Mary, mother of Jesus, hence its name. It is situated on the Ile de la Cité in Paris and is surrounded by the River Seine.

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