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Top Sights in Paris, France | |
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Remember: you'll need to show your Passe Sanitaire, you may need a date-time reservation, and you should carry no sharp objects or weapons—you will have to pass a security check. More... 1. Eiffel TowerEverybody wants to get to the top of this symbol of Paris, and that's the challenge: not everyone can get there. Here's how. 2. Notre-Dame de ParisThe disastrous fire of April 15, 2019 nearly destroyed the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, but by September 2021, the structure had been saved from total collapse. Rebuilding the famous cathedral will take several more years. More... 3. Musée du LouvrePerhaps the world's greatest museum (and certainly among the largest), you can't see it all. So make a plan for what you want to see. More... 4. ConciergerieOnce part of a medieval palace, this was where many Parisians were condemned to death during the Reign of Terror in the French Revolution. The grim chambers are now a museum. More... 5. Sainte-ChapelleSimply sublime, the peerless stained glass windows in this medieval chapel are not only an incomparable work of art, but an astonishing feat of engineering. More... 6. Arc de TriompheThe huge arch built to commemorate the victories of Napoleon's Grande Armée is not just to look at. Climb to the roof and you have all of Paris spread out at your feet. More... 7. Hôtel National des InvalidesEmperor Napoleon I lies buried beneath the gilded dome, but more interesting are the exhibits in this, the largest military museum in the world. More... 8. Basilique du Sacré-CoeurAnother symbol of Paris, this hilltop church on Montmartre is also famous for the artists' neighborhood gathered around it—not to mention for the fine views from the hilltop. More... 9. PanthéonBuilt as a great Neo-classical church, this beautiful temple is now a museum and burial-place for some of France's most illustrious names: Voltaire, Rousseau, Victor Hugo, Marie Curie and others. More... How to Explore ParisFinding Your Way Around ParisHere's the lay of the land, how to get oriented and not get lost in the medieval streets of this vast metropolis. More... Paris PanoramasIt helps to get a view from above. Paris has lots of them, each one a joy. More... Top Museums of ParisHere's the short list for this world capital of art and culture. More... Parks & GardensDespite its size, Paris is an eminently liveable city because of its wonderful parks and public gardens. They're yours to enjoy. More... Pleasures of ParisWhy does everyone love Paris? Because of the special moments you can experience here. More...
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