City of Paris

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City of Paris

 

The charming city of Paris, capital of France, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the globe. Every year, it attracts an average of 45 million tourists. It is the largest city in the country and it is right at the center of the Île-de-France region.

Since the 1860s, most of Paris has remained unchanged. Through the centuries, Paris has become a well-established business and cultural center. With a population of over 11 million, Paris is one of Europe’s most populated metropolitan areas.

Its huge impact and influence in education, politics, media, science, entertainment, fashion and the arts make Paris one of the world’s most powerful global cities. Paris’ tourist industry started to boom during the 19th century when rail travel became possible. In 1848, France’s rail network was laid out with Paris at the center.

The Expositions Universelles were among the first tourist attractions that caught international interest. Many of Paris’ architectural icons and monuments originated from these events. The most popular of which is, of course, the Eiffel Tower.

The museums in Paris are also highly-esteemed destinations. Their vast contribution to the tourism industry has pushed the city to establish new museums. The Louvre is the most prized art museum in

the city, and the most visited in the entire world. Other attractions in the city include the Notre Dame,

the Basilique du Sacré-Coeur and the Disneyland Resort Paris.