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About The People
Did You Know...... France is the top tourist country with over 71.4 million visitors each year. »» More
Fashion... The French in general take great care to dress well and fashionably, whether they are wearing formal »» More
Socializing... The French believe success is judged by educational level, family reputation and financial status. T »» More
Family... Most families are small, with only one or two children. Since a single income is not enough to live »» More
Sports & Recreation... Children often play soccer, tennis, basketball, volleyball, and
handball, but soccer is predominant »» More
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France History
France was one of the earliest countries to progress from feudalism to the nation-state. Its monarchs surrounded themselves with capable ministers, and French armies were among the most innovative, disciplined, and professional of their day.
During the reign of Louis XIV (1643-1715), France was the dominant power in Europe. But overly ambitious projects and military campaigns of Louis and his successors led to chronic financial problems in the 18th century. Deteriorating economic conditions and popular resentment against the complicated system of privileges granted the nobility and clerics were among the principal causes of the French Revolution (1789-94). Although the revolutionaries »» More | Statistics, Graphs, Charts, & Data Tables
Capital Cities... Paris »» History of Paris
Population: 64,057,792
GDP: $2,100,000,000,000 (USD)
Total Area: 547,030 (sq km) 211,208 (sq mi)
Currency: euro
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