## PLACES TO SEE IN PARIS ##

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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