Sights Paris, France

Champs Elysees
This is the name of one of the most famous and most beautiful avenues of Paris.
The length of this prospectus about 7 km and width of 70 m. Construction of the broadest avenue in Paris began in the early decades of the 17 th century. The modern look of the Champs-Elysees acquired in the second half of the 19 th century, during the redevelopment. Interval of 2.5 km from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe - a continuous series of beautiful and expensive shops and restaurants.

Basilica of Sacre-Coeur
The white dome of the Basilica of Sacre Coeur on the hill of Montmartre is clearly highlighted at the Paris sky, they can be seen from almost anywhere in Paris. The French government decided to erect this church in 1873 in recognition of his guilt for the blood shed during the Commune and the Franco-Prussian war of 1870-71. Basilica was conceived as a symbol of Paris returning confidence.

After a gloomy, echoes sumptuous interior with an abundance of statues, gold and mosaics, you can climb to the dome and to view Paris from another angle. On clear days, views of Paris can also enjoy the terrace or steps of the basilica. It is better to come here at sunrise or after sunset, as in the daytime this place is awash with crowds of tourists, young lovers, sellers of novelties and souvenirs, and musicians, performing Christian music.

Latin Quarter
The Latin Quarter got its name thanks to the Sorbonne, a theological college, where teaching was conducted in 1257 in Latin and in the open air (university building was built only in the XVII century). In these places are still many students, although the tourists still more, so choosing the Latin Quarter, you willy-nilly, get connected to the noisy, colorful, democratic daytime crowd.

Luxembourg Garden
One of the essential places to visit in Paris at any time of year. This is a large garden with an abundance of sumptuous sculptures, benches and paths of gravel. Right in the center of the park is the Luxembourg Palace, and performs many functions in its history. Today the palace is the French Senate. Be sure to look beautiful Fountain of the Medicis. Coming out of the park, you find yourself in front of the church of Saint-Sulpice. This is a classical church with wall murals of the French artist Eugene Delacroix, the beautiful stained glass and sculpture.

Disneyland
Disneyland Paris is also known worldwide as the Euro Disneyland (Euro Disney), perhaps not on the list of your visits in the first place, but if you go to France with the children on a visit to this amusement park should not take less of the day. Also, for adults as it is of great interest: in Disneyland every day a lot of people, and on weekends in the queue for some of the attractions have to stand for an hour, sometimes more.

Concorde
At Concorde, the largest square in Paris, not a good story. In the dark days of the French Revolution is here mounted the guillotine and beheaded opponents of the revolution. Louis XVI, Marie Antoinette, Danton, Robespierre, and even 2,800 people were executed here between 1793 and 1795 year. The new name of the area was to symbolize the end of an era of unrest and hope for a better future. Today the Place de la Concorde - a nice place, a great example of French city architecture. The area is located between the Tuileries gardens and the Champs Elysees. In the center of Place de la Concorde Obelisk of Luxor is located. Obelisk 22 meters tall and with a history of more than 3300 years, was presented to the French viceroy of Egypt Mehemetom Ali in 1829. In every corner of the square, shaped oktogona, there are statues representing the main French cities: Lille, Strasbourg, Lyon, Marseille, Bordeaux, Nantes, Brest and Rouen.

Arch
Inspired by the Arch of Titus in Rome, Napoleon has thought about the construction of such arches in Paris. Napoleon liked to belong to the descendants of the Roman emperors, and the arch was to be a symbol of his military successes. Construction of the Arc de Triomphe was completed in 1836, by the time of Napoleon's empire did not exist for more than 20 years. One of the most famous of the bas-Francois Rude portrays The departure of volunteers, also known as La Marseillaise. This relief can be seen when you look at the arch from the Champs Elysees. The names of the generals of Napoleon are engraved on stone facade, and those that emphasize - the names of the fallen on the battlefield. In the late 20 th century were seen disturbing signs of the destruction of the arch. In 1989, the Arc de Triomphe was fully restored. Inside it is a museum dedicated to its history. Under the arch of the tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the flame is lit every evening at 18:30. This is the best time to visit, allowing to capture the atmosphere, created by Arc de Triomphe. But if you want to avoid the crowds of visitors, it is better to come here in the morning.

Notre Dame
Notre Dame is the heart of not only Paris, but throughout the country: the distance from Paris to any other in France are measured from a point at the far end Papertnoy square before the cathedral, where a bronze plaque notes Kilometer Zero.

Louvre
Louvre Museum (Le musee du Louvre), former royal palace which was built in 1200, King Philip Augustus. Gallery of the Louvre are divided into seven sections, are essentially separate museums: Ancient Egypt, Ancient East and Islamic art, ancient Greek, Etruscan and Roman Art, Sculpture, Painting, Works of art; Graphics. If you are at your disposal more than one day to visit Paris, it is best to come to the Louvre a few times, devoting every visit any one collection. If you have little time, you should make a list beforehand of what you want to view or order a sightseeing tour.

Eiffel Tower
For over a hundred years, the Eiffel Tower is an emblem of Paris, gracefully and proudly lifting up to heaven its openwork silhouette, known throughout the world. But it can be seen and symbol of a new industrial era, for the daring challenge to a height, for centuries inspired the architects, is performed at the level of unprecedented technical capabilities before the end of XIX century.