Added: 12/30/2005 |
Paris Day Trips Offer Unforgettable ExperienceWith its numerous parks, gardens, architecture, historical avenues and monuments, Paris is a city, which has something new to offer at every corner. Whenever you decide to discover the city and enjoy its beautiful scenery, you'll be tempted by the varied programs of excursions and tours, ranging from the original tours with professional guides to the trip on a bicycle. Regardless of what you may choose, Paris ensures you the best entertainment, leaving you with longing for another trip.
The city is still famous for its overwhelming beauty, especially at night.
The captivating views of Paris have always attracted admirers of its genuine beauty. Paris day trips, walking tours, and cruises on the Seine are still enjoying wide popularity among tourists. They appeal to the visitors of all ages, providing a variety of options to suit any tastes.
Whenever going on a journey to the City of Light, take advantage of Paris city tours. Among the most popular Paris day trips is the Best of Paris Tour with Transfers. You'll begin your trip with the visit of the world-famous Louvre Museum, located in the center of the city between the Seine and the Rue de Rivili. Originally a royal palace, the museum holds the rich heritage of the French people. It houses about 40,000 engravings, more than 3,000 drawings, and nearly 500 illustrated books.
In addition to art, the Louvre's collections feature exhibits of architecture, archeology, and history. The most famous exhibits of the museum are these masterpieces: the Mona Lisa, the Venus of Milo, and the Victory of Samothrace.
The visit of the Louvre is followed by a lunch cruise along the Seine. The excursion then proceeds to the Notre Dame Cathedral, regarded as the major tourist destination, and the most vivid example of the gothic architecture. Its sculptures show the influence of naturalism, which gives them a more secular look. Today, the Cathedral is home to the oldest bell, called Emmanuel, the Grand Gallery, the King's Gallery, and the Towers of the Western Façade. In 1991, a program of Cathedral's restoration was initiated, which is still in progress.
The final touring of the excursion includes the visit to the prominent Arc de Triomphe, designed by Pierre Leonard Fontaine and Charles Percier during the period of 1806-1808 to commemorate the military victories of France in 1805.
Paris day trips to Versailles have always rated as one of the most popular among foreign tourists. The Palace of Versailles is known for being the scene for a number of historic occasions. During the period from 1682 until 1715, Versailles was the capital of the Kingdom of France. Today, it is seen as a part of Ile de France region. Versailles is attractive due to its Hall of Mirrors, the Trianon, and the apartments of Marie Antoinette.
The majority of tourists are interested in Paris day trips to the Eiffel Tower, the widely recognized symbol of France. With more than 5 million visitors each year, the Eiffel Tower is regarded as the premier tourist attraction. It was the tallest construction in the world until 1930, when the Chrysler Building of New York City was completed. Today the Tower is the highest structure in Paris and the second highest structure in the country.
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