At the only thought of visiting Paris are many things that come to mind: the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre and of course the Palace of Versailles. But Paris is not only that and even those who visit for only one weekend can discover the most beautiful sides of a city with a thousand facets. In the city of love, in fact, at every corner you can breathe magic and celebrate the beauty of art and nature. The Seine crossing the city can be the first stop for a stay in Paris. The bateau mouche will make you admire the city from completely unexpected perspectives, for a truly unique panoramic tour, especially at the sunset, with the sunset that embraces the city. But a tour of the Villa Lumiere includes at least 5 stops, as well as classic tours to the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre. Let's see together which places not to be missed in Paris:
– A visit to Montmartre
In the 19th century the neighborhood was the home of all contemporary artists and philosophers. Often you could meet internationally renowned artists such as Picasso and Van Gogh but often the most distracted painters wandered around the streets of the neighborhood looking for patrons to serve. Today, in Montmartre, the famous Moulin Rouge, symbol of French beauty and sensuality of the past.
– The D’Orsay Museum
In the old station of Orsay today there is a museum that does not go unnoticed. The works enclosed within it are among the most beautiful in the world as Monet's poppies, the infinite meadows of Manet and some of Gauguin's most charismatic works. One cannot but dwell on Van Gogh’s self-portrait, a pure celebration of the artist’s art and creative inspiration.
– The Sainte Chapelle of Paris
Built by the king of France, Louis IX, this chapel had to guard very important relics as one of the nails that were stuck in the body of Christ during his crucifixion and the crown of thorns that led to the head. Today these objects have been moved to the church of Notre Dame but the Sainte Chapelle has certainly not lost its charm. Entering the large central door will allow you to immediately grasp the immense splendor of Gothic art. Majestic, unique, almost theatrical thanks to the stained glass windows made by the master glassmakers of the 13th century with the representation of the Bible. Entering this chapel is equivalent to making a journey in time, literally.
– The Saint Ouen flea market
Historical objects, vintage books, pieces of author and vintage clothes are just some of the things you will find in this unique market in the world that is a true paradise of shopping in Paris. From Saturday to Monday, every morning, art and antique enthusiasts will also find some business or buy a small memory of the Parisian trip.
– Notre Dame Cathedral
Among legends and history, the cathedral is mysterious in every detail. In addition to the relics inside it, the cathedral with its Garguglie depicting mysterious beasts of the medieval period is an eclatating example of Gothic art. A curiosity? In front of the cathedral there is the Zero Point, the bronze star from which you can calculate all distances of France.
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