Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower stands in the heart
of Paris. The Eiffel Tower is only 1,040 feet high. Located on its first floor
and in the stairways is the story of the Eiffel Tower, as told by posters,
photos, illustrations, films and interactive displays.
The Louvre
The
thousands of priceless classic and modern masterpieces makes the Louvre Museum
the jewel in the crown of French culture and one of the most important museums
in the world. The Louvre Museum takes you through the history of France and
into the minds of kings and revolutionaries.
Arc de Triomphe
The Arc
de Triomphe has served as a triumphant symbol of victory for French troops
returning home from battle. Napoleon ordered the Arc de Triomphe's construction
in 1809 to celebrate the triumph of the Republican armies.
Unfortunately for
Napoleon, his empire soon began to collapse. Consequently the Arc was not
completed until much later in 1836. The Arc de Triomphe is decorated with
friezes of battle scenes and carved with the names of Napoleon's victories.
Notre Dame
The
Gothic Cathedral of Notre Dame was built around 1200 by Maurice de Sully. By
about 1250, Jean de Chelles built the north arm and began work on the south
arm, which was completed by Jean de Montreuil. The chapels of Notre Dame were
constructed by the early 1300s. The buttresses next to the chevet are one of
the buildings major attractions.
Museum of the Army and Tomb of Napoleon
The Musée de L'Armée at Les Invalides houses
the Tomb of Napoleon, arguably the greatest Frenchman that ever lived.
Suitable, the museum also contains a history of the Army of France. Napoléon's
tomb is made of red porphyry with a green granite base which is circled by a
crown of laurels and inscriptions of his victories.
Bridges of the River Seine
The
Seine runs through the heart of Paris. Picture-worthy views are easy to find
for those who walk along its banks. But the most memorable part of this
completely free attraction is its bridges. These well-lit spans have been the
site of many film classics.
Even if romance, real or imagined, is not on the
agenda, the bridges still offer the best vantage points for viewing the city
lights in the evening. You can even see the Eiffel Tower from certain points
along the banks of the river.
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