Monday, March 28, 2011

Paris attractions city guide for tourism and travel

Paris world's most popular city Paris attractions city guide for tourism and travel

Paris, the world's most popular city destination, has plenty of must-see places but make sure you spend at least a day strolling off the beaten path, as this is the only way to discover the real Paris: a lively cosmopolitan but undeniably French city.

The center of Paris is divided in 20 arron-dissements with the majority of the world known attractions (Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, Louvre, Panthéon, Notre-Dame,...) situated in the first 8 arrondissements.

Paris is the greatest city on earth – who would argue? Londoners and New Yorkers put up a fight, but in terms of architectural beauty, art history, gastronomy and sheer extravagance, it’s Paris that wins. And that is reflected in its visitors – there are more than any other city.

It’s more than the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre of course. Spending a few days in Paris can serve as a crash course in how to live. When you walk along the River Seine or take a seat in a corner café, it’s evident the finer things in life are appreciated. People don’t rush lunch. Children are doted upon. Hairdressers are always busy. And although you can’t take Paris with you, when you return home, that sense of pride will linger.

You can’t come to Paris and not indulge in culinary ecstasy. From light and flaky croissants in the morning to a rich slab of foie gras in the evening, Parisians love food. From the neighbourhood bistro to the Michelin-starred restaurant, dining out in Paris is a joy.

For the genuine foodie, Paris is the Holy City. For the art lover, Paris is the Holy City. For the lover, Paris is the Holy City.

Paris Most Popular Attractions

1. Eiffel Tower
2. Arc de Triomphe
3. Notre Dame Cathedral
4. Louvre Museum
5. Sacré-Coeur
6. Champs-Elysées
7. Jardin du Luxembourg
8. Versailles Palace
9. Pont Alexandre III
10. Jardin des Tuileries
11. La Défense1
12. Centre Pompidou
13. Musée d'Orsay
14. Place de la Concorde
15. Opéra de Paris Garnier

Some Paris Facts

Continent:     Europe
Country:     France
Region:     Île de France
City:     Paris
   
Coordinates:     48:51:17N 2:20:12E
Altitude:     34m / 114ft
   
Currency:     Euro (EUR)
Language:     French
   
Time Zone:     Central European Time (CET) (UTC+1)

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