I've tried to pick my top 10 reasons to visit Paris below. It's not been easy, but here we go - not in any specific order.
- The Buildings and Monuments
Paris has some beautiful and historic buildings and monuments. Here are some that you must see (click on the links to get more information and see a photograph):
The Eiffel Tower - the most famous of all, and one of the most iconic constructions in the World.
The Arc de Triomphe, at the end of the Champs Elysees.
Notre Dame Cathedral, the most visited attraction, which dates back to 1163.
The Sacre Coeur Basilica, located high above the City in Montmartre.
The Louvre Museum, which contains the Mona Lisa and many other works of art.
Louvre Museum and Pyramid Paris
- The Food and Wine
Sample the many delicious cheeses, bread, patisserie, pates, the great French wines, the gourmet restaurants, as well as paying a visit to the Champagne Region, which is just a day trip away.
- The Shopping and Fashion
Go for the Sales, visit the great department stores Lafayette and Printemps, stroll along the Champs Elysees, or visit the annual fashion shows.
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