Paris- Get Set For The Trip Of A Lifetime

Jul
24
2010

If you are a romantic person and look for a place of your kind, then Paris is undoubtedly the best choice. The city of lights as they call it, Paris is one of those few cities in the world that possess a rich history, present and future. The city being a dream come true for a lover of art, is one of the most sought after cities by the people all over the globe. Though beautiful, one cannot deny the fact that it is equally expensive. Laden with beauty from all perspectives, the city is filled with riches.

The monuments and the museums are an evidence for the glorious history of the magic city. In the following sections, some of the best spots in Paris are talked about. Just like how Eiffel Tower has made a place in the minds of the people of the world, one would be surprised to know that most places in Paris are equally beautiful.

1. Louvre, the museum One of the best museums in the world, houses the best artifacts and paintings of the world, including ‘Monalisa’. It is said that an art lover will find two days also insufficient to finish his tour of the museum. Such is its remarkable beauty.

2. The Eiffel Tower. One would not be wrong in calling the Eiffel Tower the best monument in Paris. This is supported by the fact that most of the tourists who come to Paris, consider Eiffel tower as the first option for sightseeing. The tower is best appreciated in the night with all the lights adding to the mesmerizing beauty of the great work of mankind.

3. Arche de Triomphe The site of France’s tomb of the Unknown Soldier, this monument was built by Napoleon in 1806, to honor his victories. Germans also associated themselves with the place during the Second World War. This location is one of the most famous streets of France.

4. The Seine One of the oldest rivers of the world, the river Seine has on its banks the most historical and beautiful architectural works of the French. The most important among them being Place de la Concorde and the Petit Palais are places of historical importance to the Frenchmen. The river offers a beautiful and joyous ride on herself thus providing the tourist with an opportunity to witness the remarkable beauty of the place.

5. Musee de Orsay This place which was formerly a railway station, houses the best artworks from the year 1848 to 1914.Behind this station is a museum caf, which is a great place for one to sit and have a drink. The works in this museum reflect Impressionism, Fauvism, Romanticism and Symbolism.

6. Basilica de Sacre Coeur This amazing cathedral, which is considered an unusual church, was built between 1887 and 1914.The Franco-Prussian war of 1870 was memorized by this piece of art. A typical example of Byzantine art and striking mosaic work, it is one of the best places in Paris.

Paris, being a leading name in the world of fashion offers the visitor with the recent trends that are yet to be seen by the rest of the world. Thus, if you follow the trend going on in Paris at present, you can be sure of being a step ahead of the other people in your town when it is the question of fashion.

The city of Paris being one of the most expensive places on the globe provides the tourist with many temptations and opportunities for an extravagant trip. Though a considerable amount of money is spent, every single penny is totally worth it as one cannot attach a price tag to the beauty of the historical city.

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