Drancy is a city located in the Seine-Saint-Denis department in the Île-de-France region of France. It is situated in the northeastern suburbs of Paris, making it a part of the Greater Paris metropolitan area. Drancy is known for its diverse population and vibrant cultural scene. The city has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to ancient times. In the 20th century, Drancy gained notoriety as the location of the Drancy internment camp, where thousands of Jews were held before being deported to concentration camps during World War II. Today, the site of the internment camp serves as a memorial and museum, honoring the memory of those who suffered there.