FRANCE is a country whose metropolitan territory is located in Western Europe and that also comprises a collection of overseas islands and territories located in other continents. France is bordered by Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Monaco, Andorra, and Spain. |
Official name | French Republic |
The land area (km2) | 674.843 | |
Population (2006 est.) | 61,044,684 | |
Language | French | |
Capital | Paris |