Paris City and its monuments

 

Given that Paris is already hundreds of years a center of the emerging European powers, was established for the years in its territory a lot of historical sights in many directions, which have attracted tourists around the world.

Eiffel Tower

Eiffel Tower photoThe listing of interesting places in Paris City you can not even begin other than a steel tower from the famous Eiffel designer (and, incidentally, participated in the creation of Statue of Liberty in the U.S., which was donated by America to France). It was the end of the 19th century and for a long time was due to a height of over 300 meters, the highest building of the world.

Whole Tower is divided into three platforms, with the first and second, you can get a cable car. An interesting alternative for athletes is the stairs - but it must count the several hundred steps. The main attraction is the amazing visibility, which in ideal conditions should be over 60 km.

Originally was built for the World Exhibition, and then planned to demolish it. It was because Parish people did not like it too much and for example a French writer Guy de Maupassant visited the restaurant inside the tower just because the perspective when it has not been seen the whole Eiffel Towe. Oh, man, these French people!

Notre Dame cathedral / church

Photo Cathedral of Notre-DameAnother symbol of Paris City, Cathedral Notre-Dame, also known as Cathedral of Our Lady. Its construction lasted almost 200 years and was completed in approximately half of the 14th century. Position is therefore in the Gothic style. For years of existence has been witnessed many important secular events such as for example, the coronation of Henry IV., Mary Stuart or Napoleon.

Basilique du Sacré-Cœur, Paris

Photo of Basilique du Sacré-Cœur, ParisBasilique du Sacré-Cœur - Basilica of the Sacred Heart in English- so the translation can also override this basilica in Neo-Romanesque and Byzantine style, which is in French called the Sacré-Coeur (pronounced [sakʁe kœʁ]). Built to the highest point of Paris City, at the turn of the 19th and 20 century. During the First World War but could not be opened, the service is therefore held up since 1919.

Basilica is a unique, in particular, its architecture, which is a typical example of European and photos by at least the dome people put into one of the Oriental style. Of the other major elements of the building it should be noted mosaic of Jesus Christ, the bell tower and two equestrian statues Joan of Arc and King Louis, known nicknamed Holy.

Louvre Museum

Photo of Louvre MuseumOn the right bank of the Seine in Paris lies one of Europe's most famous museums, the Louvre. Interesting is also the history of the building - in the past has been a royal hunting chateau. At present, contains a few hundred thousand rare artifacts from which a range of dates to the 16th century. The museum was open but only in the 18th century The law contains a total of seven separate departments, including Egypt, for example, antiques, maritime and ethnology Small works of art or world history.

Photo of Louvre MuseumQuite interesting are two ways of entry into the entire complex. The first is through shopping center Carrousel du Louvre. Far more people but uses input from a giant glass pyramid that stands directly in front of the building. The Louvre Museum is to be seen, inter alia, a very famous painting Mona Lisa, the most famous portrait of all time, by Leonardo da Vinci.

Arc de Triomphe (Arch of Triumph)

Photo of Arch of TriumphAt the top of his power Napoleon marked his force and let build a Arch of Triumph, also known as Arc de Triomphe (in French). Built at the beginning of the 19th century and stands on the Charles de Gaulle Square and to the very end of the Paris boulevard. The model for this construction, which began to occur after the Battle of Austerlitz emperors, became arches built in the period of greatest glory of Roman empire. Under the arch is located unknown soldier Monument . It was placed in 1920. From this moment, this place also witnesses the fallen soldiers in various military campaigns.

Luxembourg Garden

Photo of Luxembourg GardenLuxembourg Garden is a green paradise affiliated to the Luxembourg Palace. This is a favorite place for relaxování and also for students of nearby universities. Garden is decorated with gardens, pool, fountain and a large number of statues of figures from French history. Park can be used as a pleasant way to access a known Paris Observatory.

Moulin Rouge

Photo of Moulin Rouge This Parisian cabaret is known parts of the city and culture for those who need it has never been. Enter course, does not the cheapest, but the experience is unique. Moreover, this place in the past no longer honor his visit a number of famous personalities such as Edit Piaf, Frank Sinatra and many others large. This gaff in the past became a haven for many Bohema - heavily criticized by the public.

Versailles castle

Photo castle VersaillesAlthough not in the very center of Paris but rather a piece from her, her visit is definitely in the interest of each participant Paris City Breaks. Since Louis XIV. was Versailles castle for many years regarded as a seat of royalty. The castle is of course a huge courtyard, a few wings and the core layout point U. The center can be considered itself a king room, the window led to the courtyard.

Photo of Versailles castleThe attractions include an interesting example Mirror Hall. Decorated with many parts of painting is particularly interesting series of windows, which correspond to the mirror on the other side. As a representative of the correct Versailles castle have had a huge garden. They are in this case, climbed up to the decent 100 hectares. They contain a wide range of perspectives, statues and artificial channels, which are sometimes nicknamed as "little Venice".

Disneyland Paris

Photo of Disneyland Paris (Eurodisneyland)Example for the Paris "branch" of famous Disneyland was of course the original park, which located in California. Total fittingly, it thus the nickname as Eurodisneyland and get to it from the center of Paris City is not any problem. The distance is around 5 km and to the destination you local transport overhead track.

Trip to Disneyland is most plan to more than one whole day and not only due to the huge size, but also the amount of attraction. Inside the complex there is also a number of hotels where you can comfortably accommodate. In addition, to guests of these facilities apply for admission: free. If you are not the souls of sports, certainly appreciate the train running Photos of Disneyland (Eurodisneyland)throughout Disneyland.

An interesting option when visiting Eurodisneyland in Paris, is fast pass. It is ticket that will appreciate people hating long queues. You can purchase it in the vicinity of attractions and and you'll see there the right time in which you have the attraction to come and complete it without any further waiting. Great for Paris City Break!

Paris City breaks are affordable for everyone!