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2 days ago · Paris, city and capital of France, located along the Seine River, in the north-central part of the country. Paris is one of the world’s most important and attractive cities, famed for its gastronomy, haute couture, painting, literature, and intellectual community.
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Paris - Culture, Art, Romance: In 1850 Paris had...
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Paris, City (pop., 2005 est.: 2,153,600; metro. area,...
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Paris - Climate, Rainfall, Humidity: In its location on the...
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Paris - Education, Culture, Institutions: As in the rest of...
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Paris - Medieval, Discord, 12th-16th Century: During the...
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2 days ago · France, a country of northwestern Europe, is historically and culturally among the most important countries in the Western world. It has also played a highly significant role in international affairs for centuries. Its capital is Paris, one of the most important cultural and commercial centers in the world.
3 days ago · Eiffel Tower, wrought-iron structure in Paris that is among the most famous landmarks in the world. It is also a technological masterpiece in building-construction history. It was designed and built (1887–89) by Gustave Eiffel and named in his honor. Quick facts. Designer: Gustave Eiffel. Built: 1887–89. Height: 330 meters (1,083 feet)
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2 days ago · French Revolution. The French Revolution [a] was a period of political and societal change in France that began with the Estates General of 1789, and ended with the coup of 18 Brumaire in November 1799 and the formation of the French Consulate. Many of its ideas are considered fundamental principles of liberal democracy, [1] while its values ...
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2 days ago · See the Best of Paris in 3 Days. Of the four key attractions that warrant a little extra time – the Eiffel Tower, The Louvre, Montmartre and Versailles – our in-city experts suggest you select just three of those, possibly squeezing a couple into one day. Our inclination is to leave out Versailles, because it’s a large area to cover and ...
1 day ago · Notre-Dame de Paris ( French: [nɔtʁ (ə) dam də paʁi] ⓘ; meaning " Our Lady of Paris "), referred to simply as Notre-Dame, [a] is a medieval Catholic cathedral on the Île de la Cité (an island in the Seine River), in the 4th arrondissement of Paris, France. The cathedral, dedicated to the Virgin Mary, is considered one of the finest ...
5 days ago · A Michelin-starred chef raised in a gritty Paris neighborhood is teaching locals how to cook, preparing them for careers in the restaurant industry. SCOTT SIMON, HOST: Thierry Marx is one of...
