PARIS

Paris is the capital city of France and is very popular. It is regarded as the City of
Light. It is located on the Seine River which divides the city. Many tourists visit it
and have been fascinated towards its status of being one of the most appealing,
glamorous, and romantic of all the cities.

Foundation of Paris:-
As far as its foundation is concerned, it was originated by a Celtic people called
Parisii, in 3 rd century BC. In the 12 th Century, Paris emerged as the biggest and
leading city of the western world. It became very successful from the business point
of view. The University of Paris is the one of its types in the whole Europe. In the
18th Century, Paris was the focal point for French Revolution and after that, it had
emerged as the pivot for finance, commerce, science, fashion and arts. It has still
preserved its position today.

Areas and population of Paris:-

It covers an area of 105.4 square kilometers. In 2014, its population was 2,241,346
within the city of Paris. Moreover, its region comprises of the area of 12,012 square
kilometers and possesses its own provincial council and president. In 2014, its
population was 12,005,077 which is 18.2 percent of the population of France.

Paris the wonderful city:-

My favorite city Paris is a wonderful city where you can see many fascinating things
and sights. It is preferred that when you visit there you should opt for a boat tour to
get the view of the whole city. You can find the boats on Seine River named
Bateaux Mouche. Here you will find day and night rides. If you are riding at night,
you will also find dinner here.
Hidden treasures of Paris:-
The city’s great hidden treasure is its own people. Its people are very honest,
sincere, warm, and welcoming. This is the thing that inspires the travelers most.
And no doubt the sincere behavior of its people is also the reason for liking the city.

Hotels and food of Paris:-

There exist superb hotels, cafes, and restaurants where you can eat your favorite
food. The high quality of foods and hotels are easily approachable in Paris. The
city’s popular food includes the appetizer named escargot. A very tasty dessert
which you can find here, which is their specialty is Crame Brulee. Moreover, Paris is
very famous for making pastries. They offer the best pastries all over the world.

Amazing scenes and sights of Paris:-

The city is fully loaded with interesting and attractive sights. One of the most
prominent sights is the Eiffel Tower. While standing on the top of this splendid
building, you can see the whole Paris city.

Museums of Paris:-
The city has been regarded as the most important hub of modernization and talent
for other countries. This legacy of the city is exposed in its unique museums and
galleries. One of the most famous museums of the world is situated in Paris which is
named as Louvre. It provides you with the historical paintings and different
monuments. In addition, the museum also offers a variety of art like Venis de Milo
and Mona Lisa paintings as well. At the outside of the museum, there located Pei’s
pyramids which are striking.

Photography in Paris:-
As we know that Paris produced many artists in different fields so it produces
photographers also. Its inventor named Nicephore Niepce generated the first
everlasting photograph on a refined and smooth pewter shield in Paris in 1825.
Moreover, several photographers gained a reputation for their photography in Paris
which includes the name of Eugene Atget also. He is well known for his portrayal of
street scenes. Other photographers include the names of Robert Doisneau and
Marcel Bovis. So Paris has made much progress in this field also.

Palace of Versailles:-
This is a wonderful palace where lived Louis the sixteenth who expanded it. Its
gardens are very large and attractive which provides superb sights.

Shopping areas of Paris:-

In Paris, you will find many shopping areas. One of the famous shopping areas is
Mont Mart. It comprises of wine shops, bakeries, clothing shops, restaurants, etc.

Centre of air transport:-

It is the main Centre of air transport also. It operates from its two international
airports named Paris Orly and Paris Charles De Gaulle.

Metro system in Paris:-

Paris metro was opened in 1900. About 4.5 million people travel daily through this
metro system.

Residence in Paris:-
In Paris, the residence is the most expensive thing. The research in 2012 shows
that the most expensive street of Paris is the Quai des oeuvres, the price of which is
20,665 Pounds per square meter.

Atmosphere of Paris:-
It possesses a usual Western European sea climate which has influenced of the
North Atlantic Current. On the whole, the city’s climate during the whole year is
pleasant and fairly moist. In summers, there is a bright sunshine. So the summers
are warm but cheerful. The temperature in the summer season goes between 15
and 25 C. every year, there are some days when the temperature increases to 32
degrees. In the winter season, the sunshine is meager and the days are colder with
the approximate temperature of 7 degrees. Here, snowfalls in winter every year.

We can say that Paris is an incredible city which grips the way to your heart. It is,
therefore, an excellent place that has directed itself in order to keep its conventional
techniques and meaning of the history.
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