Paris - focussing on Eiffel Tower and Sacre Coeur

Capital:

Paris

Population:

60,656,178

Religion:

Roman Catholic 83%-88%, Protestant 2%, Jewish 1%, Muslim 5%-10%, unaffiliated 4%

Area:

547,030 km² (1,416,724 miles²)

Coast Line:

5,515 km (3,427 miles)

Lowest:

Rhone River delta -2 m (-7 feet)

Highest:

Mont Blanc 4,807 m (15771 feet)

Geographic Information

From the French Alps to the quasi-tropical beaches of the Mediterranean, there's almost every climate in France. It's temperate in the north, while the Basque region is moderated by the ocean; north-eastern areas have warm summers and colder winters. Inland areas are mild and sunny; the Mediterranean coast is - mediterranean! In the Auvergne, Burgundy and the Rhône Valley, winds, such as the famous mistral, can be strong.

Key aspects of tourism
In France, it's possible to have all kinds of holidays: A culture or city trip, a relaxing beach holiday and various theme parks are waiting for visitors.