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Paris is the capital and largest city of France. It is also the capital of the Île-de-France région that, encompassing Paris and its suburbs, represents France's most dynamic centre of economical activity. Paris is a leading global cultural, business and political center and is renowned for its defining neo-classical architecture as well as its role as a major international influence in fashion, gastronomy and the arts. It is widely regarded as one of the world's major global cities. Dubbed "the City of Light" (la Ville Lumière) since the 19th century, Paris has a reputation as a "romantic" city. Situated on the banks of the river Seine in north-central France, Paris hosts a rich array of museums, galleries, and nightlife and is the most visited city in the world,[1] with more than 30 million visitors per year. The most recognisable symbol of Paris is the 324 metre (1,063 ft) Eiffel Tower on the banks of the Seine. The City of Paris had an estimated mid-2005 population of 2,144,700.[2] The Paris urban area, extending well beyond the city boundaries, has today an estimated population of 9.9 million.[3] The Paris metropolitan area (including satellite cities) stood at 11.5 million in 1999.[4] Paris and the Île-de-France région produce more than a quarter of France's wealth, with a GDP of nearly €450 billion (US$506.7 billion) in 2003.[5] With nearby La Défense, Europe's largest business district,[6] Paris also hosts the head offices of almost half of all French companies, as well as the offices of major international firms and the headquarters of many international organisations such as UNESCO and the OECD. |
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