Places to Visit in Paris
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Places to Visit in Paris, Paris is one of the most famous destinations in the world. Before we travel to Paris, its better to know the most visited place in Paris for Tourism.
What is Paris? Paris is the capital and the largest city of France. It is without doubt one of the worlds main enterprise and cultural centers. Its influences in politics, schooling, leisure, media, vogue, science and arts all contribute to its status right this moment as one of many worlds main global cities. It’s also thought-about as one of the greenest and probably the most livable cities in Europe.
The most famous tourist attraction that has become iconic in Paris is, of course, the Eiffel Tower. However, once you step on the soil of Paris, don’t miss numerous different experiences the city of Paris can offer you. From historical relics, monuments, and museums to spectacular natural scenery, Paris is home to numerous of tourism treasures of Europe.
Eiffel Tower
Paris Landmark
Places to Visit in Paris Eiffel Tower
Location: Champ de Mars
You don’t go to Paris if you don’t go to Eiffel Tower. Nicknamed “The Iron Lady”, this phenomenal monument was built from 1887 to 1889 to welcome the visitors of Exposition Universelle, an exhibition to celebrate the 100th anniversary of French Revolution. This Paris landmark had set some world records including being the tallest object built by human before Chrysler Building was built in 1930.
Designed by Gustave Eiffel, the tower did receive a warm welcome in the beginning. Yet today it is recorded as the most visited monument in the world. From the top of the tower, you can enjoy the best aerial view Paris, high-class restaurants, and painting presentation. Read More…
Arc de Triomphe
Paris Monument
Places to Visit in Paris Arc de Triomphe Monument
Location: in the center of Place Charles de Gaulle
Arc de Triomphe is a monument built to commemorate Napoleon’s victory in 1806. Since then, it had been the witness of armies, French or not, marching triumphantly under the arc. Unfortunately, there is no more marching under the arc since a body of an unknown soldier was buried there. Yet, don’t be discouraged, the marching is still done, only rerouted around the arc. A ceremony is held instead for the unknown soldier to honor Frenchmen that died in the war.
While inhaling the triumphant atmosphere in Arc de Triomphe, you can also enjoy some reliefs that depict battles and sculpture. Find also names of French troops who took part in one of French’s wars and died for their country. Read More…
The Louvre
Paris Museum
Places to Visit in Paris The Louvre Museum
Location: In the right bank of Seine
From Arc de Triomph, you can continue your journey to visit one of the most famous museums in the world. Depicted many times in numerous pop fiction works such as “The Da Vinci Code,” the museum is very famous for its iconic pyramid main entrance.
Not only you can brag to your friends later that you already visited the museum in that novel book, prepare to be astonished by the museum’s massive and vast collection of ancient artworks and artifacts, stretching from the early Egypt civilization to the modern Islamic culture. Read More…
Promenade Plantée
The First Elevated Park in the World
Places to Visit in Paris Promenade Plantée Park
Location: 12 arrondissement
Experience this unique tourism attraction in Paris where you can stroll relaxingly in a beautiful afternoon watching for sunset or in the morning welcoming the sunrise with your two eyes. Formerly a railway duct, Paris government successfully turned it into the first spectacular elevated park Promenade Plantée.
You can find different and spectacular views along the parkway from the beautiful flower garden on the sides of the parkway to a line of workshops in Viaduct des Arts area. Don’t hesitate to bring your rented bike since some parts of Promenade Plantée is open for cyclists. Read More…
Jardin du Luxembourg
The Largest Public Park in Paris
Places to Visit in Paris Jardin du Luxembourg
Location: Boulevard Saint-Michael, Ile-de-France, Paris, 75006
This garden is exceptional garden in Paris which is influenced by Italian Baroque style. It establishement was firstly commissioned by King Henry IV’s widow, Marie de Medicis, who missed her hometown so much.
Jardin du Luxembourg stands on 224,500 m2 of land just in front of Luxembourg Palace. It is home to hundreds of sculpture works you won’t regret seeing. And if you are a person who does not really interested in sculpture, you can always enjoy the spectacular view while listening to free musical shows and eating some French cuisine in cafes nearby. Read More…
Musée d’Orsay
One of the Famous Museums in Paris
Places to Visit in Paris Musée d’Orsay
Location: 1 Rue de la Legion d’Honneur, the left bank of Seine river
Musée d’Orsay is another museum which is prominently famous in Paris. The museum is home to massive artworks, mostly paintings, from 1848 to 1914. The unique part is that it was built on an abandoned railway station. You still can see the station structure with the typical long and arched-roof station building.
The museum provides some tours, one of them is in English if you feel like learning some French art history. Some famous artist whose works are kept in this museum are Paul Gauguin, Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, Auguste Rodin, Ingresm and Edgar Degas. Read More…
Mosquée de Paris
The Great Mosque of Paris
Places to Visit in Paris Mosquée de Paris
Location: 39 rue Geoffroy St Hilaire in Place du Puits-de-‘Ermite area.
Mosquée de Paris offers you different atmosphere of Paris. Entering the mosque will make you feel entering a totally new world. This largest mosque in Paris is not only filled with architectural marvels, but also a witness to a important historical event when it secretly served as the safe house for Jewish children during World War II.
Once you get there, don’t miss its famous marble Turkish bath. Unfortunately, it is only open in winter so you may want to adjust your schedule now. Don’t miss the chance to taste some Turkish delicacies served in the Muslim restaurant adjacent to the mosque. Read More…
Cimetiere di Pere Lachaise
The Most Visited Cemetery in The World
Places to Visit in Paris Cimetiere di Pere Lachaise
Location: 20th arrondissement
The cemetery is famous because there are some prominent figures buried here. Oscar Wilde, Frédéric Chopin, Isadora Duncan, Edith Piaf, Jim Morrison, and Sir Richard Wallace are among the names of important figures whose graves attracted many visitors.
It was Napoleon who made the area to be a cemetery after the city bought it in 1804. The design was firstly done by Alexandre-Theodore Brongniart. The cemetery was opened for public on May 24, 1804 and it was extended later. Read More…
Île Saint Louis
One of Natural Island in Paris
Places to Visit in Paris Île Saint Louis
Location: In the Seine river
If New York has Manhattan, then Paris has Île Saint Louis. The island is famous for its tranquility and laid back life with numerous craft and artwork shops to visit. The island is a perfect destination if you want to escape from a busy city life.
Île Saint Louis is one of natural island attractions in the Seine River, Paris. There is no metro line in the island but it still can be reached by bus. There are six bridges which connect the island to mainland of Paris and other natural island in the Seine River.
The island is a unique tourist attraction due to its unusual nature and the different atmosphere it offers. In the middle of a very hectic and crowded city, there lies an oasis which will take you away from all the city rush into the decency of quality living. Read More…
Shakespeare and Co.
Famous English Bookstore in Paris
Places to Visit in Paris Shakespeare and Co.
Location: 37 rue de la Bucherie in the Latin Quarter, right across the Notre Dame
Want to buy some English books while you are in Paris? Shakespeare and Co. is the place. This book store is actually the second one since the original Shakespeare and Co. was closed down during World War II in 1941. Not an ordinary bookstore, the original Shakespeare and Co. was the meeting place of famous writers such as James Joyce and Ezra Pound, and English literary center in Paris.
Now, today’s Shakespeare and Co, which was built in tribute to the original one, intends to reminiscence the tradition by letting writers to stay for free in exchange for some helping around the bookstore.
The unique thing about this bookstore is that it still allows writers to stay the night for free in exchange for some helping out in the bookstore. There are 13 beds available for guests who can stay as long as they want. Read More…
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