France – France's capital is Paris

(Pronounced frahns and pah-riss)

To remember the capital of France, use the following mnemonic:

Frogs that dance (France) are sold as souvenirs. They are made out of plaster of paris (Paris).

Interesting facts about Paris:

- City of Light: Paris earned its famous nickname not only from its early adoption of street lighting, but also because it became a leading center of education and ideas during the Age of Enlightenment.

- Underground Catacombs: Beneath the bustling streets of the capital lies a massive ossuary network holding the remains of more than six million people, created in the late eighteenth century when city cemeteries overflowed.

- Artistic Icon: The Louvre Museum, housed in a former royal palace, is the world’s largest art museum and welcomes millions of visitors every year to view timeless masterpieces like the Mona Lisa.