Places to visit in paris Unknown Paris: unusual sights and interesting places. Georges Pompidou National Center for Art and Culture

It is probably difficult to find a person who would not dream of visiting Paris. Since childhood, everyone has heard more than once about this wonderful city. About its narrow medieval streets and wide modern avenues, about the Champs Elysees and Montmartre, the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre. Reading the works of V. Hugo, O. Balzac, E. Zola, A. Dumas and many other prominent French writers, everyone mentally imagined himself in the place of the heroes of the works and wandered the streets in search of adventure. When the opportunity arises to visit this amazing city in reality, everyone strives to see with their own eyes precisely those places that are known from famous literary works. Today we will answer the question - what to see in this beautiful city? So, an overview of the best sights in Paris and the route.

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It is not just an attraction, but also the personification of Paris itself and its difficult history. Therefore, Papertnaya Square is always full of a multilingual audience. Now in one place of the square, then in another you can hear the unpretentious melodies of street musicians and see the circus tricks of the ubiquitous jugglers entertaining the crowd. It's hard to believe, but Notre Dame, the center of Parisian life, was completely deserted two hundred years ago. The French Revolution swept away everything in its path that belonged to the legacy of a past era. Castles and palaces, monasteries and cathedrals were destroyed. The beautiful statues of the work of the great masters that adorned the facade of Notre Dame Cathedral were also thrown to the ground.

All church utensils, including the famous bells of the cathedral, were sent for melting down, part of the decoration of the cathedral disappeared without a trace, and the altar was defiled. The dilapidated and plundered cathedral gradually fell into decay, until thanks to the famous novel by V. Hugo in 1831, interest in the rich historical heritage of the country and the Gothic trend in architecture was revived. Already in those years, a royal decree was issued on the restoration of the cathedral. The restoration of the cathedral was undertaken by a young French architect, Eugene Violet-de-Duc, who managed to completely restore its original appearance. Since then, the city authorities have been constantly monitoring the preservation of the cathedral in its original form.

Eiffel Tower

Another symbol not only of Paris, but, perhaps, of the whole of France. Today it is difficult to imagine Paris without the Eiffel Tower, although the city with a long history a little over 120 years ago did without this symbolic structure. In 1889, in honor of the centenary of the French Revolution and the triumph of scientific progress, which was rapidly gaining momentum, Gustave Eiffel presented a unique technical design to the Parisians, which was practically assembled from separate parts in two years. The erected tower with a height of 300 meters became the tallest building in the world at that time. Undoubtedly, in addition to height, she had other unique characteristics.

The tower withstood the pressure of the wind and hardly wobbled. Its original design allows it to withstand temperature extremes. The creator of the Eiffel Tower had to keep the defense for a long time and defend his offspring, proving its usefulness in order to save it from dismantling. Famous artists, including Maupassant and Dumas son, spoke out against the now familiar symbol of France, noting the discrepancy between the industrial appearance of the tower and the classical architecture of old Paris. However, the elegant design quickly won the hearts of most citizens.

Montmartre

Montmartre is a romantic quarter that fully conveys the unique atmosphere of this city. Here, among the bustle of the city, the Moulin de la Galette windmill has been preserved. Her image can be seen on the canvases of famous artists: Renoir, Vincent van Gogh, and Pablo Picasso. Only here in Montmartre there is an unusual monument to the writer Marcel Aime, who in one of his works tells about a persistent lover stuck in the wall after a date with a married lady. It is believed that by shaking the left hand of the bronze statue of Emma, ​​one can confidently count on the fulfillment of innermost desires.

In this bohemian quarter, there is still the Agile Rabbit cafe, whose regulars were future celebrities, poor artists and poets: Paul Verlaine, Pissarro, Guillaume, Modigliani. On the White Place of Montmartre is the famous musical variety show "Moulin Rouge". It was here that the legendary La Goulue invented the famous can-can. Nearby is the cemetery of Montmartre, where among many celebrities lies the creator of the can-can. Here you can see the graves of E. Zola, Stendhal, Alexander Dumas son, Berlioz and many other famous figures of literature and art.

Opera Garnier

It is a real center of theatrical culture in France. For the first time the doors of the opera were opened to visitors back in 1669 at the initiative of local celebrities R. Kamber and P. Perrin. They were the authors of the first staged play.

House of the Invalids

Fans of military history are advised to look into the seventh district, where the famous Invalides is located. This is a complex of military-themed buildings that are associated with the military history of France. You can visit the museums of the Army, plans and reliefs, modern history. Here are the burial places of famous military leaders and generals of the country, including the famous Napoleon. Initially, this place was only a hospital for those who suffered during the battles and elderly soldiers. The initiator of the opening of this institution was Louis XIV. Gradually, the complex expanded due to new facilities and became a haven for hundreds of officers and privates who had distinguished themselves in battle.

Of course, many tourists come here only for the sake of one tomb - the emperor Napoleon, who was originally buried on the island of St. Helena, where he was exiled. The attraction is located at Boulevard des Invalides, (Varenne metro station). Open daily except Monday from 10 am to 5 pm (until 6 pm in summer). Entrance costs 9 euros, for children under 18 - free.

Champs Elysees

Another famous attraction that every guest should visit is the Champs Elysees. This is one of the main and most famous streets of the capital, where many parades are traditionally held. Processions run from the Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe. Initially, this place was empty and, on the initiative of Maria Medici, in 1616, it began to be ennobled. The author of the idea of ​​​​creating the Grand Cour promenade area is the architect Le Nôtre. And modern buildings, which are intertwined with historical and cultural objects, began to appear much later.

Famous inhabitants brought fame to the Champs Elysees, who began to settle one by one in the houses located here. Today, tourists are attracted by numerous boutiques of famous world brands, souvenir shops and picturesque cafes. Address: Av. des Champs-élysées. You can get there by metro, getting off at the Concorde station. Or take the train that runs along lines 1, 8, 12. Admission is free.

latin quarter

Do you want to plunge into the world of student life? Then rather go to the Latin Quarter, which is located in the fifth and sixth districts of the city. The center of the quarter is the world-famous Sorbonne University. The quarter owes its name not to students from Latin America at all, but to the Latin language, which for many centuries was the main language for education and scientific activity. In addition, tourists will be able to visit the famous Pantheon hill, which is famous for its centuries-old history and on which many historically significant events for Parisians unfolded.

The impressive collection of the Natural History Museum is also located within the quarter. Entrance to the quarter is free, you can visit it at any convenient time. If you want to learn interesting facts from history, we advise you to hire an experienced guide. The attraction is located in the fifth district of the capital. The easiest way to get there is by metro, getting off at Cluny-la-Sorbonne station (line 10).

Louvre

Even if you have never had the opportunity to visit the famous Louvre, it is unlikely that you have heard of this world-famous attraction! It is not at all necessary to be a connoisseur of various areas of art or be able to distinguish between paintings by Picasso and Van Gogh! Every tourist who is at least a little interested in the history of France and the world, is not indifferent to sculptures, frescoes, ancient Egyptian sarcophagi or monuments of Ancient Rome and Greece, should visit the Louvre.

Just imagine, every year over 10 million people visit the huge exhibition halls, many of whom come here to once again look at the main highlight of the Louvre - the famous Mona Lisa! But even without this canvas, there is something to see here. Under the dome of the museum, valuable and unique artifacts and relics of the Ancient East, Asia, Western civilizations are collected. The famous museum is located at Palais Royal, Musée du Louvre, 75001. The easiest way to get there is by bus or metro (Palais Royal station). The exposition is open daily from 9 to 18 (on some days - until 21.45). Ticket prices start at 15 euros.

luxembourg garden

The Luxembourg Gardens (Jardin du Luxembourg) is a palace and park ensemble, one of the main attractions of the Latin Quarter. The garden is located at the end of the beautiful Boulevard San Michele, which can be reached from there. You can also get to the Luxembourg Gardens by metro, getting off at the Luxembourg station. In the garden stands the Luxembourg Palace - one of the best architectural monuments in all of France. In front of the palace there is a huge beautiful fountain, on the waters of which you can even launch a model of a sailboat. A little to the side is the atmospheric Medici fountain of the 17th century, marble, overgrown with moss.

We recommend that all connoisseurs of the famous French park architecture plan a visit to the Luxembourg Gardens. Despite the fact that initially its entire area was reserved for vegetation, today there is a real cultural and gaming expanse for visitors. For example, right at the entrance to the garden there is a large stage, which regularly hosts concerts and festive events. There are many attractions and playgrounds in the park.

It is here that Parisians like to spend all their free time. The Luxembourg Gardens is also of genuine interest among numerous tourists, guests of the capital, who personally want to stroll through its vast territory. The garden is located at rue de Vaugirard (St. Vaugirard), 15. We recommend getting there by metro (Odeon station) or by bus. You won't be charged a cent for entry. The park is open in summer from 7.30 to 21.45, and in winter from 8.15 to 16.45.

Pont Alexandre III

The bridge connecting the opposite banks of the Seine is often called the most romantic place in the city. It is decorated with dozens of sculptures of angels, nymphs and pegasi, each of which is distinguished by its unique design and indescribable beauty. According to history, the author of the idea of ​​creating a bridge was the Russian Emperor Nicholas II, who in such an unusual way decided to perpetuate the memory of his father by naming the bridge in his honor. It was a kind of gift in honor of the conclusion of peace between France and Russia.

The bridge was designed in such a way as not to spoil the breathtaking panoramas of the Champs Elysees. It is 160 meters long and 6 meters high. You can get to the building by car or metro (Invalides station), as well as by going to the House of Invalides. Admission is free, you can visit the attraction at any time of the day. According to legend, a kiss on the bridge of Alexander III is able to seal two loving hearts with strong bonds.

Musee d'Orsay

Are you a passionate admirer of the Impressionists? Then boldly go to the famous exhibition halls of the Musée d'Orsay. It is this cultural institution that is famous and respected among tourists and true connoisseurs of this art direction. The halls display dozens of paintings by famous artists, including Manet and Monet, Degas, Renoir, Lautrec, Gauguin and many others. But this famous exhibition complex is not only famous for its paintings. There are many examples of other areas of art - architecture, decorative and applied arts.

D'Orsay is located at 62 rue de Lille. You can get there by metro, getting off at the Solferino station, and if you get from the suburbs, by RER train. The exposition doors are open daily from 9.30 to 18.00. Day off - Monday. The ticket price is 9 euros, and for tourists who want to visit periodical exhibitions - 12 euros. On the first Sunday of each month, admission is free.

Rodin Museum

If you are a passionate admirer of the works of the sculptor Auguste Rodin, you should definitely visit his personal museum. More precisely, the museum, which presents his best work. The museum occupies the building of a mansion, which was erected in the second half of the 17th century and once belonged to the famous master. For the first time the doors of the museum were opened to visitors in 1919. The pride of the collection are the famous sculptures "The Thinker", "Citizens of Calais", works "The Gates of Hell", "Beethoven" and many others. In total, the collection occupies an area of ​​16 rooms.

It should be noted that the collection also includes paintings by famous artists, including Van Gogh, Manet. These paintings were collected by Rodin and donated to the city along with his personal works. You can get to the museum, which is located at Rue de Varenne, 79, by metro (Varenne or Invalides stations). At the box office, you can buy a comprehensive ticket to view the collection (6 euros) or limit yourself to visiting the garden (1 euro). Visitors under 18 can enter the museum for free. The doors of the complex are open every day except Monday from 10.00 to 17.45.

Island of the City

The surviving island, located in the middle of the Seine, today is considered the real heart of the city. It can be reached by one of the existing nine bridges (can be reached from any part of the city). Once the island was intended to accommodate the royal residence, but today there is practically no one left here. We recommend spending the whole day to get to know the island. Famous sights are at the attention of tourists: the Cathedral of Notre Dame de Paris, the notorious Conciergerie prison, which today has the status of a museum, the Palace of Justice and several other interesting historical sites.

In order not to miss anything important, we advise you to arrange a paid excursion led by an experienced guide. The island is open to the public around the clock. Admission is free (except for visiting museums and other attractions). You can get there by metro or other public and private transport.

Palace of the Palais Royal

The Palace of the Kings Palais Royal is located in the very center. It includes the palace itself, the square and the park area. According to official information, the palace was intended to accommodate the prominent figure Cardinal Richelieu and his retinue. Since the cardinal was not indifferent to art, a library, an art gallery and a theater were created in the palace. The palace got its modern name thanks to the new owner - Anna of Austria, who occupied the residence of the cardinal after his death. During its existence, the complex has repeatedly changed its owners, rebuilt and expanded.

At one time, noisy festivities were organized here, the Chapiteau circus worked, at another time the palace was closed to outsiders and lived a measured life, full of secrets and conspiracies. Today, the palace building is closed to visitors. You can only get into the park, as well as the courtyard entrance is free. Attraction address: Le Palais Royal, Rue de Montpensier. You can get there by metro. We are waiting for you daily from 7.20 to 20.00.

Pantheon

The ashes of famous Parisians who were able to distinguish themselves over the years of their lives are kept in this place. At the same time, the Pantheon is a real monument to human ambitions and passions. According to legend, the building appeared as a gratitude to St. Genevieve, to whom King Louis appealed, being on the verge of death. Since, according to the ruler, it was the patroness of Paris who granted him recovery, 11 years later, the construction of a temple in her honor began.

The author of the architectural masterpiece was Souflo, who was able to combine the best achievements of architects of several generations within the framework of one project. Subsequently, many ideas were used by architects of later eras. For example, in the dome of the Washington Capitol, a resemblance to the Paris Pantheon is clearly visible. The attraction is located at Place du Panthyon, 5e. The Pantheon is open daily from 10:00 to 18:30. In winter, the temple doors close half an hour earlier. Entrance will cost visitors 8 euros, and children can enter for free.

Place de la Concorde

This is one of the main squares of the French capital, which is created in the shape of a regular octagon. The corners are decorated with statues that symbolize the most significant cities in the country. In the very center there was a place for a huge obelisk. The square is also known for the fact that at one time many noble Frenchmen and rulers of the state were executed here. For example, King Louis XVI, famous women - Marie Antoinette, Madame Elisabeth and Charlotte Corday met their death on the Place de la Concorde.

The guillotine stood on the square until the time when the degree of revolutionary intensity decreased. You can get to the square by metro (Concorde station) or by car. You can use one of the regular buses. The attraction is located in the 8th district, at Place de la Concorde. Free admission.

Disneyland

When planning a trip, a visit to the famous Disneyland should be a must for almost every tourist. The magical world of Walt Disney brings guests a sea of ​​​​pleasures and joys.
The entertainment complex is located 30 kilometers from the center of the capital of France. The vast territory of the park is divided into five thematic zones, each of which is stylized as a famous fairy tale, cartoon or movie. Beautifully designed buildings and structures, exciting rides, sculptures of famous characters evoke a sense of celebration in children.

Disneyland welcomes its guests with the main street, made in the style of a western American towns of the late 19th century. Nice houses lined up here with shops, cafes and souvenir shops. The road leads to the main symbol of Disneyland - Sleeping Beauty Castle.

Basilica of the Sacré Coeur

The top of the Montmartre hill, whose height is 130 meters, is majestically crowned by the white-stone Sacré-Coeur Basilica. This is one of the main attractions of the French capital.
The idea of ​​building a temple arose in the 70s of the XIX century after the crushing defeat of France in the Franco-Prussian war. The new church was supposed to put an end to all the misfortunes sent down to the French people. The construction of the Catholic shrine in the Byzantine style took 35 years.

A multi-span staircase leads to the basilica, on the intermediate platforms of which there are green lawns, always filled with a resting public. At the foot of the church, tourists see five domes elongated upwards. The central dome reaches a height of 83 meters. The facade of the basilica is decorated with a massive portico with three arches, on top of which rise the equestrian statues of Saint Louis and Joan of Arc.

Palace of Versailles

In 1661, the young king of France, Louis XIV, decided to build a residence for himself in the hunting grounds of the suburbs. The best architects of that time brilliantly fulfilled the wishes of the monarch. A masterpiece of classical architecture was built, which became a symbol of the absolute power of the king - the Palace of Versailles. The magnificent grandiose building reflects the luxury that reigned at the court of Louis XIV. Around the architectural pearl grows a garden with intricately designed alleys, evenly trimmed green spaces, a pond and numerous sculptures.

The facade of the palace stretched 640 meters wide. The interiors of the palace premises amaze visitors with their pompous beauty. The royal halls are decorated with majestic columns, arched galleries, gilded stucco, balustrade, bas-reliefs, ceiling frescoes, paintings, mirrors and tapestries.

Les Invalides

During the reign of Louis XIV, an architectural complex of buildings was erected, conceived as a shelter for war veterans who were injured on the battlefields. Thus, the authorities fought against the begging of soldiers who lost their health and lost their ability to work. The ensemble of buildings is built in a restrained classical style. The elongated buildings form courtyards with arcade galleries. Today, the walls of the Les Invalides house a museum of military glory. The main architectural structure of the complex is the monumental Cathedral of St. Louis. Its high and majestic dome, decorated with golden ornaments, dominates the entire center. The temple became the tomb of many French military leaders of different eras. The main point of attraction for tourists is the sarcophagus with the ashes of Napoleon I Bonaparte.

Montparnasse tower

Among the most remarkable architectural ensembles and monuments, the towering grandiose structure of glass and concrete, the Montparnasse Tower, is striking. The skyscraper, 210 meters high, was built in 1972. It houses many offices and restaurants, as well as an observation deck. Tourists are lifted by a high-speed elevator to the 56th floor, from where a breathtaking panorama of the historical center opens. The viewing radius reaches up to 40 kilometers. From a bird's eye view, you can see all the iconic sights of the city. There are chairs and telescopes along the perimeter of the observation deck, enclosed by thick glass.

Sorbonne

Paris is home to one of the oldest educational institutions in the world. This is the main university in France - the Sorbonne. The history of the creation of a higher school, named after the clergyman Robert de Sorbonne, dates back to the first half of the 13th century. Over the years of its existence, the institution has become famous for educating many generations of the country's intellectual elite. The main building of the Sorbonne University is located in the Latin Quarter. The architectural ensemble is a historical value for the culture of the French nation.

The interior of the building corresponds to the educational atmosphere. On the facade you can see statues symbolizing different sciences. The baroque chapel of St. Ursula of Sorbonne rises among the educational buildings. The facade of the shrine is crowned with a high dome framed by four bell towers. The entrance to the temple is decorated with a classical portico with columns and installed sculptures in niches.

Pompidou Center

A popular attraction of the capital of France is the Georges Pompidou National Center for Contemporary Art. The unusual museum complex was founded in 1977 with the aim of maintaining an innovative cultural direction - avant-garde. The original building of the Pompidou Center seems to defy classical architectural canons. At first glance, there is a feeling that the building is being reconstructed or is still in the process of construction.

According to the architectural design, all pipes, scaffolding, wires, metal structures and other technical communications are brought outside. Museum exhibitions express the ideas of abstract thinking artists. Visitors are free to interpret contemporary art in their own way. Here are paintings, sculptural compositions, as well as various objects that create bizarre installations.

Cabaret Moulin Rouge

Tourists can immerse themselves in the atmosphere of enchanting show programs with incendiary spectacular dances, music, songs and acrobatic numbers in the world-famous Moulin Rouge cabaret. This is the hallmark of the nightlife and glamorous life of France. The building of the variety show is decorated with a red mill, which is considered a symbol of the Montmartre district, where an entertaining and rather spicy establishment is located.

The Moulin Rouge show fascinates with the grandeur of the performances that will leave unforgettable vivid impressions in the memory of the audience. Many dancers are involved in the numbers, dressed in colorful magnificent costumes, decorated with rhinestones, feathers and sequins. Perfected movements, plasticity and grace of the artists evoke enthusiastic emotions. Mostly girls perform topless, which is of particular interest to the strong half of humanity.

Père Lachaise Cemetery

The legendary Pere Lachaise cemetery embodied the romance of Parisian architecture, which is not without interest for tourists to visit the sights. On a vast area of ​​47 hectares, you can see stone crypts and tombstones, decorated with highly artistic sculptural compositions. There are about a million graves in the cemetery. The remains of a considerable number of famous personalities are buried here.

Here you can see the gravestones of the composer F. Chopin, the singer Yves Montand, the dancer A. Duncan, the actress A. Girado, the singer E. Piaf, the playwright O. Wilde, the writer O. Balzac and many others. The monument to the Russian soldier, erected in honor of the fallen soldiers during World War II in France, deserves attention. A separate large section of Père Lachaise is dedicated to the burial places of victims of Nazism.

Going on vacation to Paris, you need to know in advance about the main attractions of the city, so that after arrival you don’t waste time looking for “fabulous” places. We present to your attention the ten most popular and visited attractions in Paris, which are a must-see for every traveler.

Louvre Museum

Have you watched the movie "Belphegor - the ghost of the Louvre?". Do you want to visit where he was filmed with famous, maybe even your favorite actors? Where did ghosts fly and mummies move? Then you have a direct road to the Louvre - one of the most ancient museums in the world. Every year it is visited by 7 to 10 million people.

The history of the museum began in the 16th century. It was at this time that a castle was erected on the right bank of the Seine River. Many years later, it was reconstructed and a palace "grew" in its place, and even years later - in the eighteenth century, it was decided to convert the palace into a museum. On the tour, the guides will definitely acquaint you with the rich history of this building, you will be impressed!

Eiffel Tower

Well, who does not know about this amazing design? Surely everyone knows about the famous tower! You will not find such a miracle in other cities of the world. The height of the tower is more than three hundred meters!

From such a height, a view of the entire city opens up, and even rather tall buildings seem to be two-story houses. The tower has a special observation deck where tourists are allowed. You can take photos for memory and take pictures of the city.

Not many people know that the tower might not have been, since the design was created for a certain time. It was saved from demolition only by the fact that the era of radio broadcasting came in time. Antennas were installed on the tower to receive radio signals.

Triumphal Arch

The triumphal arch was built in the nineteenth century. It is located on the "Triumphal Way". The height of the vault is 30 meters, and the total height is about fifty meters. There are no higher arches in the world. The columns of the building are engraved with the names of the soldiers who fought for the city's heritage, as well as pictures of the battles themselves.

You can go up to the observation deck and look at the city. Not so far, by the way, is the Eiffel Tower. The best time to watch is in the late afternoon. At this time, the lights on the tower light up, and it shimmers with bright light. Also at the top you have a view of the entire length of the Champs Elysees. Be sure to visit this place to admire the size of the structure and the view. Take photos to remember.

Champs Elysees

Near the triumphal arch, the world-famous Champs Elysees ends. But in fact, these are far from fields in the usual sense for us. This main thoroughfare of Paris has such an interesting name. Parades are constantly held on it. The length of the "fields" is approximately two kilometers.

Initially, there was nothing interesting in the place of the "fields". It was an unremarkable area of ​​the city until the seventeenth century. Only after the order for the improvement of the territory was given, its transformation began.

First, walking areas were made on the site of the current highway, ten years later, the first houses began to be built in that place. Today it is a very popular road, where parades are constantly held, columns of presidents of different countries move, etc.

Notre Dame Cathedral (Notre Dame de Paris)

The cathedral breaks attendance records year after year. Tourists are attracted to this place for a reason. Both inside and outside the cathedral is very beautiful. Opposite the building there is a tribune. Be sure to climb it.

The view that opens up to you will be amazing. While in the building it is necessary to maintain complete silence. You won't have to pay for the entrance, but you will need to pay a little to climb the tower. You won't regret it for a second!

Do you want a tour? Go to the cathedral and find the next sessions. You will be met by a Russian-speaking guide and will tell many stories. You can record everything on a tape recorder. You won't have to pay money.

Palace of Versailles

The Palace of Versailles is located in the suburbs of the city. So the first thing you need to do is get there. You can use the train or train. Reviews after visiting this place diverge, but the negative ones are the minimum number.

Inside the palace there is a huge hall of mirrors. Be sure to go there. A garden extends next to the architectural structure. Its area is amazing. Mini-cars are offered to move along it at the entrance. It is better to go to the palace and park complex for the whole day. The worst time to visit is winter.

Think Disneyland is only in America? But no! The capital of France can also boast of such an attraction. True, it did not appear at the suggestion of the Parisians. This complex of amusement parks is the brainchild of a well-known company from the USA. This magical place has everything for the kids. This is the best thing they will remember many years from now.

On the territory there are many castles, attractions, tents with treats, shops. A whole day is not enough to visit two parks. Of course, there are places where adults can have a great time.

The only downside to these places is the long lines. Sometimes you have to stand for an hour to get a portion of "your" sensations. There is one way to avoid such a fate - to fly to Paris at a time when there is no such influx of tourists. By the way, in order not to stand in line for tickets, it is better to purchase them through the website.

Stade de France

Do you love football? Go to a football match at the Stade de France, which seats up to eighty thousand fans. Perhaps your favorite team will play. It was here that the French team held numerous training sessions and matches against their rivals.

If you wish, you can take a tour of the stadium and visit the premises where the players changed clothes, where the president of the country's football federation sat. There is also a museum inside. World-famous stars periodically perform at the Stade de France.

Do you want to see with your own eyes the skeletons and skulls of the once dead? This spectacle is not for everyone. Then go to the catacombs of Paris. Inside them are many tunnels and underground passages, caves, their length can reach three hundred kilometers! Represented? More than six million people have been buried in these places throughout history!

A visit to the catacombs of Paris is an opportunity to feel like you are in a horror movie. About three kilometers of free tunnels are available for tourists. It is dark inside, you have to move around with lanterns and this additionally inspires fear. And if you add that it becomes more difficult to breathe underground…. However, visit this place yourself. It's better to see once.

Museum of Natural History in Paris

Inside the museum there are collections of rare animals, birds, insects. The number of species is in the millions. Here is the largest collection of beetles in the world. There are various minerals and minerals. All this is in different galleries. If you are an entomologist, biologist or ecologist, visiting the museum will be special.

Do you want to get to know the French capital better and see the most beautiful places in Paris? Put on comfortable shoes, arm yourself with a camera and a good mood, and we will tell you in which corners of the romantic city the most impressive and interesting shots lurk. Share your favorite locations for walking and photo shoots in the comments!

The Louvre (Musee du Louvre)

Nearest metro station: Louvre-Rivoli (1)

Basilica of the Sacré Coeur

Address: 35 rue du Chevalier de la Barre, 75018 Paris

Nearest metro station: Abbesses (12)

Eiffel Tower

Address: Champ de Mars, 5 Avenue Anatole France, 75007 Paris

Nearest RER stations: Gare du Champ de Mars Tour Eiffel (C) and Pont de l "Alma (C)

Nearest metro stations: Bir Hakeim (6), Ecole Militaire (8)

The main beauty of Paris should be visited by every resident and guest of the romantic capital. And point. You can also admire from the Trocadero on the opposite bank of the Seine.

Jacquemart-André Museum (Musée Jacquemart-André)

Address: 158 Boulevard Haussmann, 75008 Paris

Nearest metro station: Miromesnil (9, 13) and Saint-Philippe-du-Roule (9)

The French Art Museum is the second most important after the Louvre. Here you can see the works of Donatello, Botticelli, Rembrandt and other outstanding masters.

Louis Vuitton Foundation

Address: 8 Avenue du Mahatma Gandhi, 75116 Paris

Nearest metro station: Les Sablons (1) and Porte Dauphine / Maréchal de Lattre de Tassigny (2)

Agree, the building of the Louis Vuitton Foundation is quite spectacular, and you want to see it with your own eyes!

Notre Dame Cathedral (Notre-Dame de Paris)

Address: 6 Parvis Notre-Dame - Pl. Jean-Paul II, 75004 Paris

Nearest metro station: City (4)

Keep in mind that you need to come here early in the morning, as a very long line will line up at the ticket office in the afternoon. Notre Dame is again an excellent viewpoint of the city.

Address: Parvis Notre-Dame - Pl. Jean-Paul II

Price- the entrance is free. An additional fee is needed only for climbing the bell tower - € 15, for persons under 26 years old - free of charge.

Working hours: Mon-Fri 08:00-18:45; Sat, Sun - 8:00-19:15

8. Versailles

Since the Palace of Versailles is located outside of Paris, it is worth taking a whole day to explore it. The residence of King Louis XIV is a living history. You can plunge into it by visiting the palace itself and walking through the surrounding gardens. And if you get hungry, there is a wonderful Angelina bakery inside, although the prices here are not low.

Entry fee – €18

Working hours the palace complex depends on the season. For example, during the high season from April 1 to October 31, the palace is open from 9:00 to 18:30, the park - from 7:00 to 20:30, Trianon palaces - from 12:00 to 18:30. From November 1 to March 31, the low season lasts: during this period, the opening hours remain the same, but the complex closes for visits an hour earlier - at 17:30. The park is open from 8:00 to 18:00.

Lying on both sides of the River Seine, Paris attracts romantics from all over the world with its elegant beauty and magical aura. This city cannot be compared with any other city in the world, as it is unique and inimitable, full of grandiose historical monuments and the best museums in the world. There is no such person on Earth who would not recognize the legendary sights of Paris, including the Eiffel Tower, Champs Elysees and Notre Dame Cathedral. The charm of Paris is also shown in small details - cobbled streets, original trimmed trees, French gardens and parks, mini-bakeries, tea parlors, and art galleries. The whole city is a continuous open-air museum, where each building can be called a piece of art.

Parisian fashion deserves the covers of the best magazines in the world. With everything from stylish boutiques to fine dining, the capital of France is associated by many with the finest things in the world. The city exalts its historical heritage, carefully protecting historical monuments and replenishing the best collections of world art masterpieces. Visit the Louvre with its Mona Lisa and Monet's masterpieces, admire the medieval Latin Quarter and the legendary bohemian atmosphere of Montmartre. Every corner of Paris hides some historical fact, making this city truly extraordinary.