Why visit Paris?

 Paris is one of the most romantic cities in Europe and one of the most visited cities in the world. There are endless reasons to visit Paris again and again: it is a beautiful and cultural city, very walkable, with great sights and it has been a source of inspiration for many writers, artists, and filmmakers. Paris is Always a Good Idea, Audrey Hepburn said. But why people love Paris so much? Why visit Paris?

Locals say

As locals in Paris, we are lucky to enjoy the City of Light all the year-round, through its different seasons, events and also different moods. We like to play explorers in our city and wander around the districts of Paris, from the most touristy to the most popular with the amazed eyes of the enamored stroller.

 

Through the streets of the Capital, there’s always familiar air, which is never quite the same or quite another. Between a postcard panorama and the reality of the inhabitants, the eternal Paname, in perpetual motion, is constantly evolving, keeping the living traces of its history in its heart of stone.

 If you are wondering why is Paris the best place to visit or why you should go to Paris, this article is for you.

1. Seasons in Paris.

In Paris, every season has its charm and if you can visit the city more than once, try to do it under different seasons for a different Paris experience.

In spring, the exuberance of flowering trees and the beauty of cherry and apple trees are all sweet promises.

Summer is the craziest season in Paris, the high season when everybody wants to come and the locals can’t wait to leave. But summer is also the season of the best festivals, aperós on the terrace, and nights under the stars.

In autumn, Paris returns to tranquility and can cuddle its guests. The fall foliage in the parks of Paris is something to see while the natural light playing on the other of the stone is exceptional.

When winter and the winter holidays come, the streets of Paris are all lit up to reveal their enchantment.

READ MORE – What is the best time to visit Paris?

2. The River Seine, Paris’ Most Beautiful Avenue

River Seine.

The River Seine (La Seine in French) is Paris’ most beautiful avenue and one of the main reasons to go to Paris. The River Seine winds its way through the heart of Paris, crossing it from east to west. It is the origin of the city and the development of Paris is uniquely tied to the River.

A stroll along the Seine’s banks on a sunny day is a wonder: majestic historical buildings reflected on its waters, the typical Parisian rooftops, thebridges of the Seine, each one with a unique style . . . But also the iconic bouquinistes, improvised picnics by locals dangling their feet over the water and even a crazy beach area in the summer!

At sunset, take a Seine night cruise to enjoy the nocturnal revival of the City’s top monuments: magical atmosphere guaranteed.

3. Beautiful Architecture.

Vincent Callebaut Architectures.

Awarded in the top 50 of the Green Planet Architects, Vincent Callebaut Architectures is referenced as the best eco-prospective and visionary architectural firm by the Time Magazine imagining fantastical projects that address the worlds environmental and social ills.

Belgian-born, Paris-based lead Archibiotect Vincent Callebaut designs and builds with the future in mind. Biomimetic and plus-energy buildings that produce their own power, vertical forests, pollution-removing towers and boats, floating cities and oceanscrapers, vertical food farms. Discover on his website projects that meet the major urban and ecological challenges of the 21st century.

Paris also offers visitors an interesting game of architectural contrasts that can only enhance its beauty: Pei’s pyramid surrounded by the Louvre’s classic courtyard, the ultramodern Centre Pompidou in front of Gothic Saint-Merry Church, or the Musée du Quai Branly at the foot of the Eiffel Tower are only a few examples.

Next time you visit Paris, watch it from above to admire the city’s landscape and its architectural blend. During the day several landmarks are offering breathtaking panoramic views of Paris, such as the Eiffel Tower, Tour Montparnasse, or Arc de Triomphe. At night, admire the city’s skyline from some of the best rooftop bars in Paris, cocktail in hand, and gazing across the lights and landmarks that define the city.

4. Paris is a Cultural City.

French Folk Dance.

If you like arts and culture, you will quickly understand why Paris is the best place to visit. Paris is a source of inspiration for cinema, literature, music but it also inspires the most cultured visitors with its artistic and cultural program.

The city counts 153 museums, with worldwide known names like the Louvre Museum or the Orsay Museum. If you are looking for more peaceful places to cure your thirst for art, other museums like the Modern Art Museum or the Musée des Arts et Métiers are also interesting.

Paris always attracted great creators looking for inspiration and fame. Today, people can visit the work of artists like Picasso, Dali,  Zadkine or Monet in beautiful, intimate museums or even in their original workshops.

For a more local experience, visit the Musée Carnevalet (re-opening in 2020!) which offers a fascinating glimpse into the history of Paris. Or explore some smaller museums like the Paris Sewer Museum or the (oh so Parisian) Perfume Museum.

Finally, don’t miss the programs of theatres, the two opera houses, neighborhood cinemas, auteur cinemas, and cabarets. And the art & photography galleries that punctuate the streets of Le Marais offer many free exhibitions of absolute tranquility.

5. Eiffel Tower.

Eiffel Tower

The Eiffel Tower is the symbol of Paris and France. Perhaps is the Eiffel Tower what makes Paris one of the most romantic cities in Europe?

Despite all the controversy during its construction and inauguration for the World’s Fair (1889) today we cannot imagine visiting Paris without climbing up to the Tower’s summit for some of the best views of the city.

Since 1985, the Eiffel Tower is adorned with lights that sparkle for 5 minutes every hour on the hour. The sparkling has a reach of 80 kilometers, being this the signal for the nocturnal revival of monuments in Paris.

If you can afford it, book a hotel with Eiffel Tower views for a memorable Paris trip.

This and many other will make your trip to Paris more enjoyable and memorable. To  see further you can visit World in Paris.

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