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An Evening In Paris: Must-Visit Places In 'City Of Lights'
The Eiffel Tower has revolutionized world architecture twice, once symbolically reaching 1000 feet and the second time establishing iron as a major material in modern construction.
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The Louvre, the world's largest museum, attracts millions of tourists annually, particularly for the Mona Lisa, thanks to its iconic glass pyramid symbol.
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Notre-Dame Cathedral, located in Paris, is a prime example of architectural genius and artistic spirit of its era.
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Napoleon commissioned Jean Chalgrin to design a 19th-century triumphal arch, the largest of its kind, dedicated to imperial armies' glory. The arc features sculptures, names of 558 generals.
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The Château de Versailles, France's most famous 17th-century castle, symbolizes French military power and political supremacy. Built from 1682-1789, it features exceptional accommodations.
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Montmartre, a 130-meter-high hill in Paris, is famous for its white-domed Basilica of the Sacred Heart, completed in 1919, honoring French victims of the Franco-Prussian war.
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The Latin Quarter of Paris, situated on the Seine's left bank, is renowned for its lively atmosphere and student life, home to numerous higher education institutions like Ecole Normale Superieure.
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