One of the most famous landmarks in the world, the Eiffel Tower is a symbol of Paris. It is composed of three levels. The first floor has museum exhibits, a glass floor, souvenir shops, and restaurants. The second floor has more eateries and shops, and an observation area. The summit is 276 m (905 ft) above the ground, making it the highest observation deck in Europe. For tourists, visiting this icon is often a highlight of their trip to Paris.
WEITERLESENThe Palace of Versailles was the main residence of the French kings from the time of Louis XIV to Louis XVI. Graced by several generations of architects, decorators, sculptors, and landscape architects, it provided Europe with a model of the ideal royal residence for over a century. Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1979, today it receives around 10 million visitors each year.
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The magnificent, baroque-style palace and museum - The Louvre - sits along the banks of the Seine River in Paris. It’s the world's largest museum and offers collections ranging from early Mesopotamia, ancient Greece and Egypt, the Roman Empire down to the impressionists of the 19th century. Presently, it receives over 10 million visitors each year.
WEITERLESENParis is a city steeped in history and every corner of its Old Town holds a tantalizing secret. It’s best to take an Old Paris Walking Tour - and along the way learn about the fascinating history of Paris, as well as find some hidden gems and see some of the city’s iconic locations. A walking tour will take you through the historic areas and neighbourhoods of the Latin Quarter, Île de la Cité and Le Marais.
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The Museum of Jewish Art and History is situated in the historic Marais district in one of the finest private mansions in Paris. This museum highlights the history, art, and culture of not only French Jews, but Jews from all over Europe and North Africa. Apart from religious art objects, textiles and manuscripts, the museum also presents unique historical documents from the Middle Ages to the contemporary period.
WEITERLESENHome to the Jews since 1881, the Jewish Quarter not only takes you a step back in time with its numerous historic buildings and mansions but the area also has a number of Jewish shops, bakeries and even libraries and bookstores. There is also a synagogue here that dates back to pre-war times. The sights, aromas and the activities here make the Jewish Quarter in Paris well-worth a visit.
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If you are in Paris, visiting Luxembourg Gardens is a MUST! Created in 1612 by Marie de' Medici the garden is famous for its beautiful fountains, flowerbeds, tree-lined promenades, sculptures and the famous Guignol puppet show. Here, visitors can find an ideal place to rest after a long day exploring the city.
WEITERLESENLocated on the banks of the Seine River in Paris, Musee d’Orsay is a popular destination for collective art spaces which mainly caters to French art. Once a railroad station, this beautiful museum now houses a staggering collection of Impressionist art, as well as other items created between 1848 and 1914. This includes a wide collection of painting, sculpture, photography and masterpieces by Manet, Monet, Renoir, Degas, Pissarro and Van Gogh.
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Les Invalides is a museum complex of historic buildings in Paris. It was originally built to house wounded and retired soldiers, which is where it gets its name from. Today, the museum contains the tomb of Napoleon and a large collection of weapons and armour, among many other treasures. The complex also contains a museum dedicated to the history of the French Army.
WEITERLESENSee the major sights of Paris from the water on a Seine boat cruise. Glide leisurely along the river, hopping off and on when you wish to visit the attractions that most interest you, such as Musée d'Orsay or the Louvre. Or simply cruise along the Seine River, admiring the monuments that line its UNESCO-listed riverbanks.
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