Paris is the capital and largest city of France in terms of population, located on the banks of the Seine River in the northern part of the country in the heart of the Ile-de-France region, with a population of 2,243,833 in 2010 within its administrative scope only, while the population of the city with its suburbs exceeds 12 million people . Paris has been the scene of many important political events throughout history, such as the French Revolution; Nowadays, it is one of the largest economic and cultural centers with significant global influence in politics, science, entertainment, media, fashion and the arts. This city is crowded with tourists throughout the year, as it is one of the most famous international tourist destinations, and among the famous landmarks there are the Eiffel Tower, the magnificent Louvre Museum, which contains art pieces by international historical artists, the Arc de Triomphe, the Palace of Versailles, and many more.