Paris : A City Full Of Riches

The Eiffel Tower has become associated with Paris; a symbol. It is an icon for France, travel and romance, among others. What made this Tower vastly popular is the cause of

First and foremost you may want to hit the most famous spots like the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triumph, Notre Dame, and all the typical tourist attractions, although these may be the most well known places in France there are so many other things to see and do. France is known for its museums and cathedrals but did you know that you could visit King Louis the XIV’s Palace of Versailles or Claude Monet’s home that was the background of many of his most accomplished paintings? Cave art, historical sights, world-renowned restaurant ands so much more are all apart of France’s rich

The Arc de Triomphe is also another building that attracts many people who would be willing to be part of the tourists visiting it. It is regarded as one of the most famous monuments around Paris and is found centrally at the Palace Charles de Gaulle. The arc was established as an honor those who fought and died for France in the French Revolutionary as well as the Napoleonic Wars. The arc also has, inscribed on it, the names of all the victories that France had as well as the names of the generals who were critical towards ensuring that the country was able to attain the victories (Duval, 2017.) The arc acts as an important tool for storing the French history.

In “The Other Paris,” two characters, Carol and Howard Mitchell are soon-to-be married young adults whose actions are completely influenced by the norms of society. The author, Mavis Gallant, provides clear social commentary on the societal influences on marriage through satirical uses of irony and mockery, the use of a omniscient narrator, and substantial characterization of the relationship between the couple to show the reader how ridiculous and formulaic the “pillars of marriage” can be, and how society ultimately determines which aspects of these pillars receive emphasis.

elegance, and color. The structure is an octagonal exterior wall placed under a golden dome. The

For a bohemian, eclectic ambiance, stop by the Paris on Ponce. Placed above Ponce de Leon Avenue, this building is filled with oddities, antiques and artwork. The landmark building offers a range of antiques, ateliers and home furnishings to suit every budget.

The narrator is walking through Paris, almost looking for something to gain his attention, recognising Paris as a place with 'mystères partout' (l. 2) preparing the reader for the idea

In Charles Rearick’s book, Paris Dreams, Paris Memories, he describes the various ways in which Paris is “represented” through various images he identifies as the City of Light, Old Paris, the Capital of Pleasures, and Paname. Rearick further writes how and why these images of Paris came of importance and how they shaped the geographical layout of the city we know today. All of these images together have likewise produced the city of Paris while also providing the framework of Parisian events and experiences.

Sacre Coeur is a beautiful building in Paris and it is a giant cathedral. It is located at the top of Butte Montmartre, the highest point of the city. It is a double monument (both political and cultural) and is a national penance for the France-Prussian War and the socialist Paris Commune. It is dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. They began building it in 1875 and finished in 1914. It wasn’t consecrated until 1919 (when the war

The Arc de Triomphe, which is also known as the Arc de Triomphe de l'étoile, is a huge, triumphant arch in Paris, France. This monument is one of the world's best-known memorial landmarks. It remains at the focal point of the Place Charles de Gaulle, which was earlier called the Place de l'étoile. After Napoleon’s incredible win at the Battle of Austerlitz in 1805, he commanded the Arc de Triomphe be built in order to praise the accomplishments of the French military. The arch, planned by Jean-François-Thérèse Chalgrin, is 164 feet high and 148 feet wide. It sits in a round square, where 12 roads transmit, making a star.

Located on the junction between the Rhône and Saône rivers in France, Lyon is a UNESCO-listed city with over 2000 years of history. Founded by the Romans in 43 BC, every era of Lyon's history has left a mark on its culture, architecture, and cuisine. Roman ruins, Rennaissance palaces, and modern skyscrapers blend seamlessly in an ancient city that has never seen a major disaster or been redesigned by urban planners - a real rarity! As a result, Lyon's historic architecture has been beautifully preserved and enjoyed for centuries.

In contrast to Jean Janduns, "In Old Paris, A Treatise of the Praises of Paris" written about Paris in the highest of regards, Louis-Sebastien Mercier's, "Panorama of Paris" is not afraid to speak of the highs and lows of the city. Mercier's depiction of life in Paris is very realistic including descriptions of sights, sounds, and smells. Mercier says the Halles are full of "perpetual noise, perpetual motion". Noting it to be a great source of the city saying, "the Halles keep all the other markets of Paris going". They way Mercier writes about Paris alludes to the respect he has for the city in the editors preface we are told, "no anthology of readings about the city can avoid borrowing from it". Mercier does not over praise or over criticise,

Paris,France is well-known,especially for the Eiffel tower. In addition to the Eiffel tower many people are unaware of the Catacombs of Paris.The Catacombs of Paris brings awareness of the history of Paris cemeteries.

nous avons visité la seine de rivière qui coulent à travers Paris. C'est aussi la frontière de Paris. J'ai apprécié le trajet du bateau le plus pendant la visite de seine de rivière. Bien que mes amis l'aient trouvé fatigant.

Paris is like no other place on earth, its beauty is indescribable, the amount of famous structures is astounding, and is attraction draws many tourists there every year. My experience touring Paris will always be on of my favorite memories. Everywhere I looked, it was as if I was in a dream. There was so much elegance in such simple structures it seemed unrealistic. Wherever I went, it seemed as if the magnificence only grew with each passing step.