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Eiffel Tower
This is one of Paris’s most famous monuments, and was built in 1889 for the International Exhibition of Paris. 700 design proposals were submitted for the building, but the one by Gustave Eiffel was unanimously chosen. The tower is 300 meters tall and was the tallest building in the world until 1930. The structure was very controversial when it was built, and even now some people consider it an eyesore. This doesn’t stop it from being one of the most popular sights of Paris, however, and over 6 million people climb the tower every year. The view of the city from the top of the tower is unsurpassed.
There are three levels that you can ascend to, with different prices for each level. To get to the very top, it is necessary to take the cable car. It is possible to take the cable car all the way up, but walking up right through the structure makes for a much more impressive experience. At the top of each level is a café where you can have drinks and snacks.
Opening times:
1. Jan - 15. June and 3. Sept - 31. Dec, 9.30 am - 11.45 pm (no entrances after 11 pm)
16. June - 2. Sept, 9 am - 12.45 am (no entrances after midnight)
Entrance prices:
With elevator: 1st floor €4.20 (children €2.30), 2nd floor €7.70 (children €4.20), top €11.00 (children €6)
With stairs: 1st and 2nd floors €3.80, children and students €3
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Champ de Mars
75007
Paris
Tel: +33 (0)1 441123
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Arc de Triomphe
This monument is built on Place Charles de Gaulle, one of the busiest squares in Paris, at the west end of the Champs Elysées. It is one of the biggest arches in the world, reaching 54 metres, and is wide enough to fly an airplane through. The construction of the arch began in 1806 in honour of Napolean’s victory in Austerlitz and was completed in 1936. It is possible to climb to the top of the arch, which offers a lovely panoramic view of the city. There is also a museum about the monument’s history. On November 11, 1920 the arch was turned into a war memorial, when the tomb of an unknown soldier was inaugurated here to commemorate all of the soldiers killed in World War I.
Opening times:
1. Oct - 31. Mar 10 am - 10.30 pm, 1. Apr - 30 Sept 10 am - 11 pm
Entrance price: €7
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Place Charles de Gaulle
75008
Paris
Tel: +33 (0)1 55377377
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Avenue des Champs-Elysées
One of the most famous streets in the world, the tree-lined Champs-Elysées is a centre of chic shopping, festivities and a magnet for tourists. It now includes everything from designer boutiques to fast food restaurants and is very lively at night. The street has been around since 1667 and was created by André le Notre, a gardener of Louis XIV. Its original purpose was to improve the view from the Tuileries garden. It was expanded to its current length at the end of the 18th century, extending from Place de la Concorde to the Arc de Triomphe.
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Avenue des Champs-Elysées
75008
Paris
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Pompidou Centre
The Centre Pompidou, also known as the Beaubourg, is one of the most popular and unusual buildings in Paris. It was designed by architects Renzo Piano and Richard Rodgers as an art and cultural centre which aimed to bring art and culture to everyone, not just the art world elite. It has been incredibly successful, and after a recent overhaul, has some impressive galleries inside. There is a permanent collection including some famous names (Klee, Kandinsky, Braque, Picasso, etc.) but the temporary exhibitions are always excellent, often introducing some up-and-coming artists to the Parisian scene. Its 1970s industrial style of architecture is in striking contrast to the surrounding houses in one of Paris’ oldest districts. The building is also unusual because of its “inside out” architecture, built with the escalators, lifts and airconditioning on the outside. The centre also includes the Musée National d’Art Moderne and the Bibliotheque Publique d’Information as well as a couple of cinemas. There is also a café inside the building.
Opening times:
Wed-Mon 11 am - 10 pm, but individual exhibits may have different hours
Entrance prices:
€10 for Adults over 18, €8 for reduced ticket
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Place Georges Pompidou
75004
Paris
Tel: +33 (0)1 44781233
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Institut du Monde Arabe
This remarkable building was opened in 1987 to great acclaim. It is a large cultural centre and offers talks, films and concerts every month, often focusing on a specific theme. There are also some exciting exhibitions, ranging from ancient North African artifacts to contemporary crafts. Architecturally, it is fascinating because the window frames are based on an intricate Islamic design with metal diaphragms that automatically open and close depending on the amount of sunlight. The rooftop café offers some stunning views of Paris and the spacious bookshop has a huge collection of world music, including Algerian Rai dance tunes.
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1 rue des Fossés-Saint-Bernard
75005
Paris
Tel: +33 (0)1 40513838
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| www.imarabe.org |
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Bibliotheque Nationale de France, Francois Mitterrand
This is one of the best libraries in the world and has an extensive collection including every French book ever published as well as music scores, oriental collections, and many other categories. There are also a variety of interesting exhibitions and talks held at the library. The building was built in 1997, and like most modern libraries stirred up some controversy. Some criticize its design as a grim, underground bunker, while others appreciate the sleek functionalism of the architecture.
Exhibition opening times:
Tues - Sat 10 am - 7 pm and Sun 1 pm - 7 pm
Opening times for the reading rooms vary depending on the collection. Check the library website for details.
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Quai François-Mauriac
75706
Paris
Tel: +33 (0)1 537959
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Palais Royal
This palace was built in 1629 for Cardinal de Richelieu, and was originally called Palais Cardinal. He left it to the royal family when he died, but it was never a royal palace for long. In the 18th century it became a centre of the Enlightenment and many of Europe’s greatest thinkers gathered here to exchange ideas. The palace was also important during the French revolution, as it was the place where Camille Desmoulins called the assembled crowd to arms and the storming of the Bastille. The buildings of the palace are now closed to the public, but the gardens are open and are a beautiful and peaceful place to visit. The modern landscaping preserves the same lay-out of clipped trees, central lawn and fountain that the gardens had in the 18th and 19th centuries. The palace is located a bit north of the Louve, in the 1st arrondissement.
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Place du Palais-Royal
75001
Paris
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