Île-de-France, Region in France
Île-de-France is a densely populated region located in the north-central part of France.
It was created as the 'District of the Paris Region' in 1961 and renamed 'Île-de-France' in 1976 after the historical province of the same name.
This region is known for its cultural richness, hosting various monuments like Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, and Palace of Versailles, attracting millions of tourists annually.
Île-de-France is the country's largest economic region, contributing about 30% of France's GDP.
Despite being called the 'Island of France', it is not an island but a region encompassing Paris.
Location: Metropolitan France
Capital city: Paris
Population: 12271794
Website: iledefrance.fr
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap