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Paris - Introduction
Paris is the fashion capital
of the world, the trendsetter and a city of unparalleled
chic. Also known as the City of Lights, Paris is a patron
of the arts and artists. The art at the Louvre, the
18th century palaces on the Seinethe sidewalk cafe tablesb
and coloured glow of Notre Dame's stained glass are
all reflections of this beautiful and sophisticated
city that is fragrant with French perfume.
Major Tourist Attractions
The Grand Louvre
The Grand Louvre is the former royal
palace that was opened to the public as an art gallery
when the French Revolution broke out. It hosts five
million visitors annually, and over 30,000 works spanning
three millennia are on display. More than anything else
Vinci's Monalisa, Venus de Milo, and Winged Victory
of Samothrace are the major attractions.
Notre Dame Cathedral
This 12th-to-14th century cathedral
is a study of gothic beauty and gargoyles. It has been
remodelled, embellished, ransacked and restored so often
that many wonder how it has managed to retain its beauty
and architectural integrity.
Eiffel Tower
Gustave Alexandre Eiffel is the
man who had designed the backbone of the Statue of Liberty,
and the Eiffel Tower rises 1,056 feet above the banks
of the Seine. It is truly an amazing sight to behold.
Musee d'Orsay
Where Paris consolidated most of
its collections of French art from 1848 to World War
I in 1986.
Rodin Museum
Rodin Museum is the studio where
the great sculptor Rodin worked from 1908 until his
death. It houses some of the great works of Rodin including
The Thinker, The Burghes of Calais, Balzac, The Gate
of Hell, The Three Shades, Iris and more.
Centre Georges Pompidou
Centre Georges Pompidou is the best
place to appreciate the trends of art and creativity
in the last century. It has galleries of modern art,
exhibits in music research, industrial design, history
of film, and photography. Street performances are often
held on the sloping square out front. The Cafeteria
on the top floor offers a fantastic view.
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