Palazzo Newsletter/Paris

La Ville Lumiere

City of Light

La Ville Lumiere

City of Light

Love: Chemistry 101

Chocolate Decadence

Creme de la Creme

Isn't It Romantic?

The Top Tens

In the Pink

The Beauty of Bubbly

Ooh La La

Romantic Getaways

Parisian Hotels

What's not to love about Paris? There are those who might say the French. But even the French have managed to poke fun at themselves for their infamous attitude. The Ile de France tourism committee created a cheeky campaign aimed at educating the tourist on the "finer points" of French body language, including the shrug of indifference and the famous French pout. Unbeknownst to some, there are rules of international etiquette when visiting any foreign country. Naturally, an attempt to speak the language is greatly appreciated (even if they do pretend not to understand). But ultimately, the iconic image of the rude waiter or apathetic shopkeeper is more legendary lore than truth. Many foreign cultures are simply more formal and less open than their American counterparts. It is true that the French are extremely nationalistic and take great pride in the history of their accomplishments. However, once you've visited this beautiful city, you'll have to agree that it is pride well-endowed.

Paris is aptly called the city of light not only for its early adoption of street lighting, but also for its historically numerous intellectual luminaries. While the economic woes of the U.S. have stifled travel abroad for many Americans, Paris continues to enjoy a record number of visitors. As the most visited city in the world, tourists flock here to view the monuments and museums, savor the French cuisine, and shop the world capital of haute couture. The caveat of that popularity is that it comes with a hefty price tag because Paris is also one of the most expensive cities in the world. But with no personal bailout in sight, there are still plenty of ways to enjoy Paris without completely breaking the bank. Comprised of 20 arrondissements in a clockwise spiral that begins in the center of the city, each quartier offers a distinct view into the character of Parisian history and life.

Many of the sights and sounds of Paris are free for the taking. Long walks along the banks of the Seine and through the beautiful parks are a visual delight. Monuments like Notre Dame and other churches, as well as several noteworthy museums, are permanently gratis. Other museums like the Louvre, Musee Picasso, Musee Rodin and Musee d'Orsay are free every first Sunday of the month.

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Notre Dame

Seine

La Cite: Part of the 1st District

(Premier Arrondissement)

An island located in the Seine river, Ile de Cite is the heart of Paris and a plaque here in the square in front of Notre Dame marks the zero-point for all distances measured from other towns to Paris.

Notre Dame de Paris

Conciergerie Prison (Marie Antoinette awaited execution here)

Sainte-Chapelle

Place Dauphine

Louvre/Champs Elysee: 1st-8th Arrondissement

Bisected from southeast to north west by the Champs Elysee, this quarter is particularly rich in monuments and museums.

Louvre

Tuileries

Place de la Concorde

Champs Elysee

Place de'Etoile

Arc de Triomphe

Orangerie

Grand Palais

Petit Palais

Louvre

Opera National de Paris Garnier

Paris Boutique

Les Grand Boulevards

2nd & 3rd Arrondissement, and 8th-11th

This is the heart of the shopping district in Paris. Boulevard Haussman is lined with many of the most prestigious department stores.

Galeries Lafayette

Printemps

Le Marais: 4th Arrondissement

Marais means marsh and this area was once a muddy swamp. It lies on the left bank of the Seine and is now a chic residential area. Narrow streets, historic buildings and mansions makes this one of the most enjoyable quarters of Paris.

Pompidou Centre

Musee Carnavalet

Musee Picasso

Place des Vosges

Place des Vosges

Pompidou Centre

Jardin du Luxembourg

Pantheon

Le Quartier Latin:

Part of the 5th & 6th Arrondissement

This left bank district has been the academic center of Paris for more than 700 years. As the student quarter of Paris, it bustles with bookshops, cafes and clubs.

La Sorbonne

Pantheon

Jardin du Luxembourg

Boulevard St.-Germain

Boulevard St.-Michel

Le Septieme - Quartier des Invalides

Located on the south bank of the Seine, this area consists of mostly residential and government administrative buildings.

Eiffel Tower

Hotel des Invalides

French National Assembly (parliament)

Hotel Matignon (prime minister's residence)

Musee d'Orsay

Arc de Triomphe

Musee d'Orsay

Eiffel Tower

Pigalle/Montmartre: 9th & 18th Arrondissement

This is the nightlife district and is also known as the "red light" district famous for cabaret, bars and clubs. The bordering Montmartre was once considered the artist's quarter but is now largely commercial.

Folies Bergere

Moulin Rouge

Sacre Coeur

Sacre Coeur

Le Seizieme: 16th Arrondissement

One of the most desirable areas of Paris and where housing is most expensive. Located in the west end, this area is host to several foreign embassies.

Bois de Boulogne (this park favored by Parisians is wonderful in the day but avoid after dark)

Maison de Balzac

Trocadero

Monument in Trocadero Square

Quartier de la Bastille

Another busy shopping district with lots of specialty stores and chic boutiques, the shops here offer more reasonable prices than at the other end of Grand Boulevards.

Place de la Bastille

L'Opera de la Bastille

L'Opera de la Bastille

Le Treizieme/Chinatown

Lots of Asian restaurants, exotic shops and businesses serve the large Chinese and south-east Asian population of Paris from this district. A vibrant community of North-African population live here as well.

Manufacture des Gobelins

Place d'Italie

La Defense

This is the major business district of Paris west of the city itself and also Europe's largest business district. It is replete with many of the city's tallest high rises.


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