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France has great automobile, chemical, and steel industries. Paris, the capital and largest city of France, is one of the world's great cities. For hundreds of years, Paris has been a world capital of art and learning.

Location: France is the largest country in Western Europe in area.

Capital: Paris

Offical Language: French

Geography: The snow-capped Alps from the border between France and Italy-sunny beaches along the Mediterranean Sea coast-dairy farms, and vineyards lie throughout much of the countryside.

Population: 67,848,156 (Estimated 2020)

Foods: Escargot (snails), pate, crepes (thinly rolled pancakes), croissants, quiches, bouillabaisse (chunky chowder). Lunch is a big meal. Good food and wine are an important part of everyday living.

(Primary Sources) World Book Encyclopedia/CIA World Factbook.

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