Paris monuments are located throughout the glorious city and attract tourists from all parts of the world. The monuments of Paris range from historical buildings to splendid palaces and from architectural wonders to majestic cathedrals an many more. All the monuments in Paris speak volumes about the historical, architectural and cultural wealth of the city.
Some of the renowned Parisian monuments are:
- Eiffel Tower: It is the most famous landmark not only in France but in entire Europe. The tower symbolizes the city of Paris. This 300-meter tall tower is one of the tallest buildings in the whole world. The best view of the Eiffel Tower is at night when it gets illuminated with numerous bright lights. Visitors can have a view of the city from the viewing platforms of the tower. They can reach the platforms by the elevator or by climbing the stairs.
- Cathedral of Notre-Dame: It is among the well-known cathedrals in the world. The architecture of the cathedral is Gothic. The site, on which it is constructed, served as a major religious center of Paris for ages. The construction of Cathedral of Notre-Dame began in 1163 and served as the typical model for the construction of future cathedrals in the country. The spectacular building of the cathedral is 130 meters long and has 2 towers, each being 69 meters tall.
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- UNESCO Building: It is one of the most important international buildings in the city. The monument signifies world peace. In the building, several art works are displayed that represent the artistic co-operation between various nations of the world.
- Garnier Opera - National Opera of Paris: The opera was built in 1875 and was modeled upon the Second Empire. It is the world's biggest opera theater, with a stage that can accommodate up to 450 performers. The interior and the exterior of the opera are elegantly decorated with white stone, colorful marbles and gilded bronze.
- Bourse de Paris - Palais Brongniart: It is the modern stock exchange of Paris, well-known for its neoclassical architecture. It was constructed as a beautiful palace in 1808, under the guidance of Napoleon. It is also referred to as the Temple of Money.
The other significant monuments in Paris are Place de la Concorde, Bibliothèque Nationale de France, Saint Germain des Prés, Place des Vosges, Les Invalides, Arc de Triomphe and many more.
Tourists get bewitched with the splendor and magnificence of the famous Paris monuments.
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