Paris, France

Extracted Attributes

• Area

  105.4 km2 (40.7 sq mi)

• Region

  Île-de-France

• Country

  France

• Nickname

  City of Light

• Major Airport

  Charles de Gaulle Airport

• Major Museums

  Musée d'Orsay, Louvre, Musée Marmottan Monet, Musée de l'Orangerie, Musée National d'Art Moderne, Musée Rodin, Musée Picasso

• Global Center For

  Finance, diplomacy, commerce, culture, fashion, gastronomy

• Notable Landmarks

  Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Les Invalides

• Transportation System

  One of the most sustainable, symbolized by Art Nouveau Métro

• Annual Foreign Visitors

  30 million

• Administrative Divisions

  Twenty arrondissements

• UNESCO World Heritage Site

  Parts of the city along the Seine

• City Population (estimated)

  2,048,472 as of January 2025

• Metropolitan Population (estimated)

  13,171,056 as of January 2025

Timeline

• Haussmann's renovation of Paris, creating new boulevards, parks, and public works, shaping the modern city. (Source: Wikipedia)

  19th century

• Part of the city along the Seine classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (Source: Wikipedia)

  1991-01-01

• Charles de Gaulle Airport was the EU's busiest airport. (Source: Wikipedia)

  2024-01-01

• Estimated city population of 2,048,472 and metropolitan population of 13,171,056. (Source: Wikipedia)

  2025-01-01

• Hosted the Summer Olympics three times. (Source: Wikipedia)

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Paris

Paris is the capital and largest city of France, with an estimated city population of 2,048,472 in an area of 105.4 km2 (40.7 sq mi), and a metropolitan population of 13,171,056 as of January 2025. Located on the river Seine in the centre of the Île-de-France region, it is the largest metropolitan area and fourth-most populous city in the European Union (EU). Nicknamed the City of Light, partly because of its role in the Age of Enlightenment, Paris has been one of the world's major centres of finance, diplomacy, commerce, culture, fashion, and gastronomy since the 17th century. Administratively, Paris is divided into twenty arrondissements (districts), each having their own cultural identity. Haussmann's renovation of Paris, which created new boulevards, parks, and public works, gave birth to a modern city known as the "capital of the 19th century". Paris is a major railway, motorway, and air-transport hub; in 2024 Charles de Gaulle Airport was the EU's busiest airport. Paris has one of the most sustainable transportation systems and is one of only two cities in the world that received the Sustainable Transport Award twice. Its Art Nouveau-decorated Métro has become a symbol of the city. Paris is known for its museums and architectural landmarks: the Musée d'Orsay, Musée Marmottan Monet, and Musée de l'Orangerie are noted for their collections of French Impressionist art, while the Musée National d'Art Moderne, Musée Rodin, and Musée Picasso are noted for their collections of modern and contemporary art. Part of the city along the Seine has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1991. The President of France and both houses of the French Parliament sit in Paris. Paris is home to several United Nations organisations, including UNESCO, as well as other international organisations such as the OECD, the International Bureau of Weights and Measures (in neighbouring Saint-Cloud), the International Energy Agency, the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie, the International Federation for Human Rights, the Fédération internationale de l'Automobile, along with European bodies such as the European Space Agency, the European Banking Authority, and the European Securities and Markets Authority. The city hosts different sporting events, such as the French Open, and is the home of the association football club Paris Saint-Germain and the rugby union club Stade Français; it hosted the Summer Olympics three times.

Web Search Results

• List of tourist attractions in Paris - Wikipedia

  Paris, the capital of France, has an annual 30 million foreign visitors, and so is one of the most visited cities in the world. Paris's sights include monuments and architecture, such as its Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower and neo-classic Haussmannian boulevards and buildings as well as museums, operas and concert halls. There are also more modern attractions such as its suburban Disneyland Paris. ## Within the City of Paris [edit] ### Museums [edit] See also: List of museums in Paris [...] | Landmarks | Arc de Triomphe Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel Arènes de Lutèce Bourse Catacombs Conciergerie Eiffel Tower Gare d'Austerlitz Gare de l'Est Gare de Lyon Gare du Nord Gare Montparnasse Gare Saint-Lazare Grand Palais and Petit Palais Institut de France Jeanne d'Arc "Jeanne d'Arc (Frémiet)") Les Invalides + Napoleon's tomb Louvre Pyramid Luxor Obelisk Odéon-Thétre de l'Europe Opéra Bastille Palais Garnier (Opéra Garnier) Panthéon Philharmonie de Paris Place [...] | Région parisienne | Basilica of Saint-Denis Chteau d'Écouen Chteau de Chantilly Chteau de Fontainebleau Chteau de Malmaison Chteau de Rambouillet Chteau de Saint-Germain-en-Laye Chteau de Sceaux Chteau de Vincennes La Défense + Grande Arche + Paris La Défense Arena Disneyland Paris + Disneyland Park "Disneyland Park (Paris)") + Walt Disney Studios Park Exploradôme Fort Mont-Valérien + Mémorial de la France combattante + Suresnes American Cemetery and Memorial France

• paris, france: a complete travel guide to the city of light

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• Paris Travel Guide by Rick Steves

  Paris — the City of Light — has been a beacon of culture for centuries. As a world capital of art, fashion, food, literature, and ideas, it stands as a symbol of all the fine things human civilization can offer. Paris offers sweeping boulevards, riverside book stalls, world-class art galleries, and farmers markets. Sip un café crème with deconstructionists at a sidewalk café, then step into an Impressionist painting in a tree-lined park. Cruise the Seine, zip to the top of the Eiffel Tower, and [...] My Account + Tour Account › + Travel Forum › Home / Explore Europe / France / Paris Rick Steves' Europe My Account + Tour Account › + Travel Forum › Home / Explore Europe / France / Paris # Paris [...] Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame Cathedral (clip) Highlights of Paris: Eiffel and Monet to Crème Brûlée (episode) Monet’s Dreamy Water Lilies (clip) Montmartre in Paris (clip) Paris: An Urban Playground (clip) Paris: Embracing Life and Art (episode) Paris, France: An Historic Stroll (clip) Paris: Regal and Intimate (episode) Paris’ Rodin Museum (clip) Paris’ Rue Cler Street Market (clip) Paris Side Trips (episode) Sainte-Chapelle’s Dazzling Interior (clip) The Magnificent Louvre (clip)

• 21 Must-See Paris Attractions: Perfect for First Timers!

  Paris is one of the most beautiful cities and top tourist destinations in the world. Paris is known for its food, culture, and romantic atmosphere. The three most famous attractions in Paris are the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, and the Cathedral of Notre Dame. When is the best time to visit Paris? [...] Are you a military history buff? Get answers to all your questions on this exclusive guided tour of Les Invalides. ### 9. Seine River cruise One of the top things to do in Paris France is taking a cruise on the River Seine. These boats, commonly known as bateaux mouches (which means fly boats), zip up and down the river all day. There are many different companies providing cruises of the Seine, including Bateaux-Mouches, Bateaux Parisiens, and Vedettes de Paris.

• Paris Travel Guide

  Containing world-class museums, fashion, cuisine and an atmosphere all its own, Paris is also a city of "many splendors," as Ernest Hemingway recalled in his memoir, "A Moveable Feast." Visit the beloved Musée d'Orsay, shop the biggest designers on the Champs Élysées or hit the boutiques in Le Marais, take in the view atop the Eiffel Tower, or even plan a day trip to Versailles Palace. But don't miss out on the simple pleasure of meandering the marvelous arrondissements (districts), or snacking [...] Containing world-class museums, fashion, cuisine and an atmosphere all its own, Paris is also a city of "many splendors," as Ernest Hemingway recalled in his memoir, "A Moveable Feast." Visit the beloved Musée d'Orsay, shop the biggest designers on the Champs Élysées or hit the boutiques in Le Marais, take in the view atop the Eiffel Tower, or even plan a day trip to Versailles Palace. But don't miss out on the simple pleasure of meandering the marvelous arrondissements (districts), or snacking [...] Similar to many other international cities, Paris offers a surplus of restaurants that serve up everything from Asian fusion dishes to nouveaux bistro fare. And because France invented a widely adopted style of cooking, the food in Paris is très bien. Look for upscale establishments in the 1er arrondissement (1st district) and in Marais, as well as around Champs-Elysées and the Eiffel Tower. The 2ème arrondissement has a number of cheap eateries and cafes, as does Montmartre.

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  Q4167410