France

France is a large country in Western Europe. It is one of the most visited countries in the world. France is famous for the Eiffel Tower, delicious food, and beautiful art. French is spoken there and in many other countries.

Land and People

About 68 million people live in France. The capital is Paris, called the City of Light. France has snowy Alps in the east, sunny beaches in the south, and green farmland in between. The Seine River flows through Paris.

Map showing France and the countries around it.
Map showing France and the countries around it. (Thinker78, based on map by TUBS / Wikimedia Commons)

Culture and Fun Facts

French food is considered some of the best in the world. People eat croissants, baguettes, and crepes. The Louvre Museum in Paris holds the famous Mona Lisa painting. The Tour de France is the world's biggest bicycle race.

Fun Facts

  • France is the most visited country in the world with about 90 million tourists each year.
  • The Louvre Museum in Paris is the largest art museum in the world.
  • French people eat about 26,000 tons of snails every year.

Did You Know?

The Eiffel Tower was built in 1889 and was supposed to be torn down after 20 years. People decided to keep it because it was useful as a radio tower. Now it is the most famous landmark in France.