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10 Best Places to See in Paris

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Beaux-Arts architecture expresses the academic neoclassical architectural style taught at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris.

Linchpin - a person or thing that is the most important part of an organization, a plan, etc, because everything else depends on them or it.

Arrondissement - administrative district in Paris.

To bask - to enjoy sitting or lying in the heat or light of something, especially the sun.

Crypt - a room under the floor of a church, used especially in the past as a place for burying people.

Wing - one of the parts of a large building that sticks out from the main part.

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Paris, the city of lights offers something for everyone from shopping to beautiful Beaux-Arts architecture. This city is a magical ________ alive in the twenty-first century. With so much to see and do it can be a bit overwhelming as to where to start. This is the reason why on our website we created thirty more videos about the city including food in Paris, Paris __________, Paris with kids and more. But for now let’s countdown the top ten _________ that are a can list during your visit to this magical city. At number 10 - the Pantheon. Located in the Latin Quarter in Paris in a short walk from Jardin du Luxembourg this one time ________ now functions as a circular mausoleum housing the remains of some of the most distinguished French citizens including Victor Hugo and Marie Curie. But it’s not what’s located underneath the Pantheon that’s a must see attraction. The 360 degree ____________ of the city are some of the best in all of Paris. And with shorter way time than that of the Eifel tower visiting the Pantheon can save you valuable time if you are on a tight schedule. And number __________ is the Arch de Triumph. Located at the western end of the famous Champs-Elysees the Arch de Triumph is the linchpin of the historical access which extends from the Louvre to the Arch. Check out our website for more videos about special tours in this area. The Arch de Triumph is accessible by both the RER train and __________ with an exit at Charles de Gaulle Etoile. A lift takes visitors to the top where you can enjoy a small _________ of the Arch and of course take in some breathtaking panoramic views of the city. At number _________ is The Tuileries Garden. Located between the Louvre Museum and the Place de la Concorde this public garden is a great place to take a break and relax after a long walk down the Champs-Elysees or after a long day of visiting the Louvre. It also offers a number of __________ for children giving parents a chance to relax. For more information about visiting Paris with children check out our special video on our website and know how visiting Paris doesn’t mean having to leave ______________. At number 7 is Centre Pompidou. Located in the fourth arrondissement of Paris near Les Halles, and the Marais. Centre Pompidou is the largest ____________ museum in all of Europe. The Place Georges Pompidou which is located in the front of the museum is famous for ___________ and in the spring it is home to miniature carnivals featuring a wide variety of bands, caricature and sketch artists, just the things to keep the kids happy after a long visit through the museum. Number ______ is Versailles. While not centrally located in Paris, if you can only fit in one day trip during your visit make it to the Palace du Versailles. Located __________ outside of Paris (via the RER train) presides the most luxurious and historic world chateaux in all of France. Be sure to do your ________ on the many things to do while at Versailles before you go as it is so massive that you are sure to miss some hidden treasures if you are not prepared before your trip. For people with limited time in Paris you should consider skipping this ________ as it does eat up a full day of your time when visiting Versailles. Number five is Sacre Coeur a popular _________ located at the summit of Montmartre. Sacre Coeur is the highest point in the city and as a result offers some of the _______ in all of Paris. And the best part is – it’s all free. Sacre Coeur is also a great stop after a long walk through the streets of Paris where you can enjoy _________ underneath this incredible church while basking in the panoramic views of Paris. To learn more about Montmartre check out our website for an exclusive video about this area. Number 4 is _______ – one of the most beautiful buildings in all Paris. Opera is not a final _______ but rather a quick stop in the 12th arrondissement of Paris which is better known for the Grand Magasin Au Printemps and Galeries La Fayette – two of the most famous __________ in all Paris. What makes opera such an attractive stop is that it is a nice alternative for those to enjoy the cultural side of Paris while others venture of shopping. Opera is also adjacent to the Paris Story which is an amazing historical tour through Paris fully realized in 3D movies and a miniature replica of the entire city. Number _____ is Notre Dame probably the most well-known cathedral in the entire world thanks in large part to Victor Hugo’s novel The Hunchback of Notre-Dame is located on the eastern half of the Île de la Cité along the Seine. Due to its overwhelming popularity it is best to visit Notre-Dame during _______ when lines to visit the top are shorter. And be sure to check out the crypts of Notre-Dame which is an often forgot treasure of this _________. Number 2 is the Louvre, one of the world’s largest _________ housing nearly 35000 objects from prehistory to the nineteenth century which are exhibited over an area covering 60600 square meters. Located on the right bank of the Seine the Louvre is the most visited _____ museum in the entire world. When visiting we recommend that you prioritize what you want to see. If Egyptian ________ are your fancy, stick to that. However if you are more interested in Greek _________, go to those wings instead. To put it simply there is no way you can see all of the Louvre in one visit. So plan ahead. To maximize your time in always purchase your tickets ___________ to avoid waiting in long lines. Number one is of course the ________ as it is without a doubt the most famous attraction in all of Paris. It is also the most populated especially on the weekends. So it is best to visit the Eifel tower on _________ and you must book your tickets in advance if you want to travel to the top of the tower. Wait lines can exceed four hours and for those with the limited amount of time in Paris can find themselves there for the entire day. These were _______ attractions in all of Paris. Visit our website to view 30 videos with all of our tips and reviews in ten different languages so you can plan your perfect vacation. Bon voyage!