On the map is marked: Top Paris’s Pictures - Paris is the capital of France and definitely one of Europe’s most important cities. A number of beautiful buildings, the charming banks of the Seine and the unique atmosphere make a visit to Paris an astonishing experience. On the map is marked: Notre Dame - The Cathedral of Notre Dame de Paris (Cathédrale de Notre-Dame) is the pearl of the city. Located on the Île de la Cité (island) in the middle of the River Senna, the church is without doubt one of Paris’ most important landmarks. The 12th century Gothic cathedral was built between 1130 and 1345. On the map is marked: Inside Notre Dame - Don’t miss to enter inside the church. The visit of Notre Dame is well worth. On the map is marked: The Louvre - The Louvre (Musée du Louvre) is the most visited museum of Paris. The Louvre is one of the oldest and most famous art galleries and museums of the world. The Louvre is very large and a whole day will not be enough to visit all its masterpieces. A modern glass pyramid has recently been built near the marvellous palais du Louvre. On the map is marked: Eiffel Tower - The Eiffel Tower is the city’s most famous landmark. The extraordinary 19th century iron tower stretches 324 meters into the air, it height is more or less like an 80-floors skyscraper. The tower had been the world’s tallest structure when was built (1889). At night the magic tower sparkles for 10 minutes every hour until 1am. On the map is marked: Top of Eiffel Tower - 8 powerful lifts go up to the top of the tower. The tower has three levels, on the first level at 91 meters stand shops, restaurants and the Eiffel cinema. The second level is around at 150 meters and the top level at 310 meters, the platform is always crowded of tourists. On the map is marked: Views from Eiffel Tower - At a height of 310 metres you get a fantastic panoramic view over the whole city, the Seine and the Parisian countryside. On the map is marked: Basilique Sacre Coeur - The Sacre Coeur Basilica (Basilique du Sacré-Coeur) is one of the most beautiful and important churches in Paris. The Roman Catholic basilica dedicated to the Sacred Heart astonishes for its pure white colour and its impressive dome. Built on a hill overlooking the city, the church offers marvellous views over Paris. On the map is marked: Montmartre - Take a walk around the old quarter of Montmartre and don’t miss the Montmartre's main square full of artists painting and selling their own pictures. The quarter of Montmartre is located just north of Paris on a hill overlooking the city. On the map is marked: Place de la Concorde - Place de la Concorde is one of the most important squares in Paris, the Obelisk of Luxor stands in the middle of Place de la Concorde, and near a huge panoramic wheel offers marvellous views over the Champs Elysees and the Louvre. On the map is marked: The Champs Elysees - The Champs Elysees (Champs-Élysées) is the largest and most majestic street of Paris, it's a huge and long street leading from Place de la Concorde to the Arch of Triumph. The Champs Elysees is the perfect place for shopping lovers to go. On the map is marked: Arch of Triumph - The 19th century Arch of Triumph (Arc de Triomphe) stands at the western end of the Champs Elysees offering fantastic views once climbed to the top at 51 metres. On the map is marked: The banks of the Seine - Stroll along the banks of the Seine, cross the bridges linking the two sides of the river and visit the little islands situated in the river. The banks of the Seine are an outstanding UNESCO World Heritage site. A boat trip is one way to visit Paris and The banks of the Seine. On the map is marked: Invalides - Napoleon Tomb - One of largest building in Paris, the Invalides houses the museum of the Army of Paris, and the beautiful church with the golden dome that houses the tomb of Napoleon. On the map is marked: Pompidou Museum - Pompidou Centre (Centre Georges Pompidou) is a modern and unique building built in 1971–1977. The National Museum of Modern Art (Musée National d'Art Moderne) is located inside the Pompidou Centre. Pompidou Centre is worth visiting. On the map is marked: Pompidou Fountain - The Stravinsky Fountain known as Pompidou's Fountain or Fontaine des automates stands a short distance away from Pompidou Centre. On the map is marked: Church of Saint Sulpice - The Church of Saint Sulpice (Église Saint-Sulpice) is the second largest church in Paris after Notre-Dame. The church is renowned for the meridian line of brass which runs on the floor. Saint Sulpice is a place featured in The Da Vinci Code. On the map is marked: Hotel de Ville - City Hall - Hotel de Ville (Hôtel de Ville) means City Hall in French. This marvellous building is locetet near the bank of the Seine. On the map is marked: Bastiglia - The Bastille was a fortress and prison, it’is renowned worldwide for the storming of the Bastille on 14 July 1789, which marked the beginning of the French Revolution. Before the fortress was completely destroyed and nothing remained. Today a column built in the middle of the Square of the Bastille (place de la Bastille) commemorates the dramatic storming. On the map is marked: Paris Markets - Paris’ open-air coloured markets are also worth a visit, the market near Square of the Bastille is on Sunday. On the map is marked: Pigalle Moulin Rouge - Moulin Rouge is one of the most celebrated cabarets in the world. Built in 1889 in the Paris red-light district of Pigalle, today the Moulin Rouge is a popular tourist destination offering musical dance shows for adults. On the map is marked: Pere Lachaise Cemetery - Renowned for Jim Morrison's grave (tomb), which is the most crowded tomb of the cemetery, Pere Lachaise Cemetery (Cimetière du Père-Lachaise) is the largest cemetery in Paris and one of the most famous cemeteries in the world. Hundreds of world famous artists, musicians, scientists are buried here. On the map is marked: Place des Vosges - The oldest square in Paris, Place des Vosges was built in the early 17th century. The square has a shape of a true square (140m x 140m) and is surrounded by marvellous houses.
On the map is marked: L’Opera - The Palais Garnier houses the Opéra de Paris commonly known as the Paris Opera. The majestic and magnificent theatre boasts 2,200 seats.
On the map is marked: La Defense - The Defense (La Défense) is the major Paris' business district. An impressive modern arch stands in the middle of the Defense's main square and is suddounded by a number of skyscrapers. Eiffel Tower offers astonishing views of the Defense's skyline looking like a huge American metropolis at night. On the map is marked: Place Vendome - Place Vendome (Place Vendôme) is located near Place de la Concorde. A metal column in the middle was erected by Napoleon to commemorate the battle of Austerlitz. The square houses some majestic world famous brands shops. On the map is marked: Paris Bike Sharing Velib - Paris bike sharing is a new way to discover the capital. The cheap service is operated by Velib. On the map is marked: Paris and Parisian -
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