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France — silhouette, capital and facts
France is in Europe and its capital is Paris. With about 68 million people and 551,695 km², it ranks 48th in area and 21st in population among the 195 countries in GeoSilhueta.
Silhouette of France, scaled to the same size as every other country in the game.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Paris
- Continent
- Europe
- Population
- about 68 million
- Area
- 551,695 km²
- Language
- French
- Currency
- Euro
- Flag colors
- blue, white, red
Borders
France shares a land border with 5 countries: Spain, Italy, Germany, Belgium, Switzerland.
Fun facts about France
- The Eiffel Tower was built for the 1889 World's Fair and can grow several centimeters in summer heat.
- In 2022, UNESCO added the artisanal know-how of the baguette to its intangible cultural heritage list.
- The Tour de France has run since 1903 and almost always finishes on the Champs-Élysées in Paris.
Frequently asked questions
What is the capital of France?
The capital of France is Paris.
Which continent is France in?
France is in Europe.
Which countries border France?
France shares a land border with 5 countries: Spain, Italy, Germany, Belgium, Switzerland.
How can I learn to recognize the silhouette of France?
In GeoSilhueta you see only a country's outline and guess which one it is. France is one of the 195 countries in the game, which is free and runs in your browser with no signup.
What are some fun facts about France?
The Eiffel Tower was built for the 1889 World's Fair and can grow several centimeters in summer heat. In 2022, UNESCO added the artisanal know-how of the baguette to its intangible cultural heritage list. The Tour de France has run since 1903 and almost always finishes on the Champs-Élysées in Paris.
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