Paris, France is a city rich in history and culture. With 30 million overseas visitors per year, Paris is one of the most visited cities in the world. Actually, the uniqueness of Paris lies in its monuments and architecture such as the Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower and the neo-classical Haussmann street and buildings, but Paris is also the source for other modern attractions like Disneyland Paris. The museums, operas and concert halls of Paris are also a source of culture and entertainment in Paris.
#Here are some tourist attractions that you can visit 1
#1. Arc de Triomphe
The Arc de Triomphe or Victory Gate is a monument in the center of the Place de l'Étoile, aiming to celebrate France's victory and honor all those killed in battle. It is one of the most popular monuments in Paris and is one of the largest arches in history. In addition, this built gate to commemorate Napoleon's victory. This gate is located in the middle of the roundabout of Place Charles de Gaulle, at the western end of the Champs-Élysées street, Paris, France.
The Arc de Triomphe was built on Napoleon's orders in his glory days in 1806, after he won against Austria in the Austerliz war. The Arc de Triomphe is decorated by many statues and reliefs depicting Napoleonic wars. In addition there are also many other carvings on the walls of this monument. In addition there is much more to see if we visit the Arch de Triomphe, like the tomb of an unidentified soldier, enter the museum inside the Arch de Triomphe, ascend to the top and look over the streets of Paris centered on the Arch de Triomphe.
#2. Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower or La Tour Eiffel is the iconic tower of Paris. The tower is located in Champ de Mars park, Paris, France, and is one of the most famous landmarks in the world that become the main tourist destinations. If visiting the Eiffel Tower is not cool if not go up and see the panorama of Paris from there. But more impressive again if you ride the Eiffel tower at night while looking at the lights of Paris city lights and enjoy a meal at the restaurant Eiffel Tower.
In addition, we can also buy souvenirs and send postcards directly from the Eiffel Tower. Actually this sights are the result of a series of 18,083 irons that were built between 1887 and 1889. Although built to celebrate a century of French revolution, its own manufacture invites criticism from all over France. Artists judge the lack of beauty of the Eiffel, while the architecture argues for wind resistance in its structure. Even so, this French icon remains faithfully visited by millions of people every year.
#3. The Louvre Museum
The Louvre Museum or the Musée du Louvre, is a former French royal palace which is now one of the largest museums in the world and also the most famous museum in Paris. This museum became the most visited museum in the world, with visits of more than 8 million people per year. The Louvre Museum contains over 380 thousand exhibition objects and displays over 35,000 works of art. The prima donna of course is the Leonardo da Vinci Mona Lisa painting that seems to have become an icon of the Louvre Museum. Two other masterpieces are now increasingly popular after setting the location in the novel The Da Vinci Code and also the film adaptation of the same success, can also be encountered at the Louvre Museum. Want to know what can be seen in the Louvre Museum other than the Mona Lisa, the Louvre Pyramid, and the Reversed Pyramid.
Formerly the building that made the museum Louvre is a palace (Palais de Louvre) which was built in 1190 and undergoing the stage of completion becomes like a building that looks today. Then in 1989 the Chinese architecture of China, I.M Pei made a glass pyramid made into one of the 3 entrances. To be able to enjoy the Museum that showcased more than 35000 objects of art from pre-historic times until the 19th century, you have to come early at around 09.00 because here is always crowded so visitors have to queue up.
#4. Saint-Malo
Saint-Malo is a French city located in the western part. Precisely in the province of Brittany in the English Channel. The population is 50,675 inhabitants and has an area of 36.58 km². Meanwhile, the population density reaches 1,385 people / km². Saint-Malo, originally built as a walled fortress guarding the mouth of the river Rance, was for centuries home to the dreaded pirates. They all went to Davy Jones' Locker, though, and now it's the most visited city in Brittany. The bustling streets of the old town are reconstructed and the beach is vast, be sure to stop at Grande Porte, Porte St-Vincent, the city castle with the Musée de la Ville and the Grand Aquarium.
#5. Notre Dame Paris
Notre Dame de Paris or Notre Dame Cathedral is the most famous church and famous sights in Paris. This gothic-style cathedral church is located on Île de la Cité, a small island in the middle of the Seine river, Paris, France. It is a 12th century building in Paris. Notre Dame is considered to be the best example of French gothic architectural style and is one of the most popular churches in the country. In addition to being a tourist attraction, the cathedral "Our Mother in Paris" is still used for the Archbishop of France.
MDers who visit this place, can also enjoy the coolness of the Seine, not far from this building. In addition to entering the church to see the beautiful interior, we can also climb to the top of the tower to see the sights of Paris from above. In addition, the cathedral also has an underground storage space that can be visited. Behind the cathedral of Notre Dame Paris is also a beautiful park that became one of Paris's favorite parks. If you visit Notre Dame Cathedral, you can also stop by to see other interesting places nearby that are both on Ile de la Cite island.
#6. Panthéon
Panthéon is a church and tomb of a number of famous French people. The Pantheon, also known as a temple to worship all the gods in the heyday of Rome, is a must-go place while in Rome. This place has a number of monuments and sculptures as well as carvings that are created with high artistic value. The name Pantheon comes from Greek meaning House of All Gods. The temple was used as a church from 609 to 1885 and later became a church and burial place for Italian national heroes. Famous characters buried here are King Emmanuel I and Renaissance painter, Raphael.
#7. Tasting Culinary at Cafe Popular
In addition to the Eiffel tower, another one that can not be separated from Paris is Cafe. It seems that the cafe is not only a lifestyle, but also the culture of Parisians. While visiting Paris you will find many rows of cafes on the side of the road that provide outdoor seating on the sidewalk. Almost all cafes in Paris have a classic design and typical French that can refresh the eye. It seems incomplete when it comes to visiting Paris without visiting one of his popular cafes to taste the culinary variety presented there.
#8. Place de la Concorde
Place de la Concorde is an octagonal-shaped city square between the Tuileries Gardens and the Champs Elysées, Paris, France. Stylish square is the main square and the largest in the city of Paris. As the main square located in the center of town, the Place de la Concorde is surrounded by important buildings and near other sights in Paris. In addition, this square also has many features and ornaments such as the Egyptian obelisk, fountains, sculptures, and artistic lampposts. Aside from being one of the most famous sights in Paris, the Place de la Concorde is also often the setting of movie locations and novels including The Devil Wears Prada, Star Trek and Tender is the Night by F. Scott Fitzgerald, who also authored the novel ' The Curious Case of Benjamin Button '. In the north, built two buildings of beautiful stone. Separated with Rue Royale, this building is the best example for architecture at that time. Originally used as a government office, while the building in the east is the French navy minister. Shortly after it was built, the building in the west was transformed into the luxurious Hôtel de Crillon (still in operation today) where Marie Antoinette spent her free time relaxing and learning to play the piano. During World War II, the hotel was used as a base by the German Army.
#9. Archevêché Bridge (Padlock of Love)
The famous love lock in Paris is on the bridge of Arts and the Archevêché bridge. The lock of this love is hung locked by two loving couple. The goal is to have their love locked immortal. In the padlock attached, we can see the name written, unique indeed entrusted a padlock for the severity of the relationship of romance. Reportedly, the traditions carried out by French citizens to foreigners who came to this place began to bring problems for the bridge itself. Since the ancient bridge of Arts and Archevêché is severely preserved, the government is looking for a way out to move the padlock. For readers who still want to see proof of love from couples all over the world, it's time now to visit the two bridges with the lock of his love.
#10. Ride the Seine Ship on the River
Apparently, some of the sailing boats on the Saine river offer a menu of day and night dishes. Pretty expensive indeed the price installed by this sailing ship. Actually we can choose to enjoy lunch or dinner. The lunch menu is cheaper than the evening menu, the average restaurant in France is like that. You can also choose lunch, while enjoying Paris tour, on board. The advantages may be we can see more clearly the attractions in the daytime. But if you want to get a total romance, you should choose the night. Sailing on a moonlit ship reflected off the surface of the Seine, and the glow of the lights that made the décor of Paris.