France
French Republic
Europe · Western Europe
Location on the World Map
Famous Personality
Napoleon Bonaparte
leader
He rose from military general to emperor and remains one of the most famous figures in French history.
Local Delicacy
Croissant
This buttery flaky pastry is one of the most internationally recognized French foods.
National Symbols
Famous Landmark & Geography
Eiffel Tower
This iron tower in Paris is France's most recognizable landmark.
Agriculture & Produce
France is one of Europe's leading wheat producers, and the crop dominates much of its arable farming.
Grapes are France's iconic fruit, underpinning its globally important wine industry.
Major Cities
Mountain Peaks (Tallest to Shortest)
Major Airports
Top 5 Musical Instruments (Most to Least Popular)
The accordion is one of France’s most iconic instruments, especially in musette and popular song.
The French horn bears France’s name and remains prominent in the country’s classical tradition.
The violin is central to French classical music and many regional folk traditions.
The cabrette is a traditional bagpipe especially associated with Auvergne folk music.
The vielle à roue or hurdy-gurdy is an iconic instrument in central French folk music.
Major Rivers
Bordering Countries
Traditional Dress
Traditional Breton folk costume of France