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Paris, Capital Of France

Situated in the north-central France, the city of Paris is one of the most important tourist destinations in the world with 30,000,000 visitors annually. It is bisected by the River Seine, and with a population of 12,000,000 inhabitants (including suburbs) is the second most populous city of the European Union after London.

Their economic activity is based primarily on financial services and real estate. Also emphasize the production of luxury goods, haute couture, perfumes and jewelry.

The weather is quite rainy, with temperatures not too low during winter and between 25 and 30 degrees during the summer epochal.

In its cuisine emphasizes meat, great pastries, a variety of cheeses and wines typical French.

The capital Paris has three airports: Paris-Orly, Charles De Gaulle Orly and Beauvais Tille, located at a distance of 15, 23 and 26 kilometers respectively.

Highlight areas like the Latin Quarter, a place filled with students due to the proximity of the University of La Sorbonne, the District of Painters located at Place du Tertre, busy place for artists selling their works or pictures to anyone at any time, and the Disneyland Resort Paris, must-see spot, especially for the enjoyment of children, where we can find themed hotels, restaurants, cinemas and shops.

In the sports section, special mention should be the Stade de France, located in the Faubourg Saint-Denis. At this stage took place in the Football Championship Final of 1998, including selections from France and Brazil, with a score of 3-0 in favor of the French team. Likewise also held football, rugby events like music concerts between otros.Tiene a capacity for nearly 80,000 spectators.

Among its museums and monuments stand out:

-The Eiffel Tower with a height of 324 meters: completed in the year 1889, the work was directed by the engineer Gustave Eiffel, and the reason why it was ordered built to serve as input to the Paris Exposition.

-Notre-Dame Cathedral: Gothic style, built between 1163 and 1245.

-Louvre Museum: inaugurated on 8 November 1793. Contains collections of the world’s most important works, such as: the Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci or the Portrait of Rigaud’s Louis XIV.

-Arc de Triomphe: is 49 feet high by 45 wide and is located in the Plaza de Charles de Gaulle.

-Church of the Madeleine: a neoclassical style, was built in 1806.

-The Champs Elysees: the capital’s main avenue in Paris with a length of almost 2 miles.

-Palace of Versailles built by order of Louis XIV.

-Carnavalet Museum: located in the Marais district, shows the history of Paris from its inception to the present day.

-Orsay Museum: displays of realistic and impressionistic paintings by authors such as Gustave Courbet, Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Vincent van Gogh or others.

Top Five Of The World's Most Luxurious Shopping Areas

When mentioned shopping, many men would feel endless suffering, it seems that men have natural immunity for those colorful clothing accessories, but they have to accompany with female like gentlemen. At this time, super shopping places which make both women and men crazy are introduced in the following article.
Bahnhof-strasse in Zurich, Switzerland
Zurich, which is famous for its luxury goods, is the largest city in Switzerland, Bahnhof-strasse in Zurich is a north-south road, from the train station to the Zurich Lake, with more than a kilometer, but the products on this street can be comparable to the Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. Full of the streets are all kinds of great luxury goods, where is the Holy Land to seek the rich world’s top brands.
Gold Four Corners in Milan, Italy
In Milan, Viamontenapoleone Street, Vias.andrea Street, Viadellaspiga and Borgospesso are known as the famous Gold four corners. During the discount time in the summer, it is often seen glamorous dressed men and women queuing at the door, then rush to the shops to buy things crazily.
Avenue Montaigne in Paris, France
In fact, the real first-class brand flagship store is not at the Champs Elysees, it lies at Avenuemontaigne, which has become a landmark of luxury goods in the world. At here, you can smell the nobility among the fashion because it has a unique eminence.
Oxford Street in London, UK
Oxford Street is not only the shopping center in the West London, but also the busiest streets in the UK, there are more than 300 large malls gathered on the streets which is less than two kilometers, including a collection of many top brands. The thoughtful British service makes you experience the super five-star treatment. There is no doubt that Oxford Street is the preferred shopping street in London.
The Dubai mall in the United Arab Emirates
The dubai mall is one of the world’s largest shopping and entertainment center. Newly opened Dubai Mall plans to become Dubai’s retail, hotel and leisure centers. In fact, the scale of Dubai mall is gigantic: 1200 retail stores, more than 150 dining facilities, a five-star hotel and numerous leisure outlets. Dubai Mall is claimed to be the world’s largest retail mall.

Discover all Turin has to Offer

Italy is famous for being the epicenter of the Great Renaissance of Europe. To this date, Italian cities carry the distinct mark of being the centers of great art, learning and history. Turin, known as Torino in Italy, is no exception.

While travelling in Turin, do make sure to spend some time at the city’s tourist hotspots.

First and foremost among these is the Mole Antonelliana, built in 1888 to be a synagogue it stands 167.5 metres tall. It is the highest structure in Europe built by masonry and is currently home to the National Cinema Museum of Italy ? one of the finest in Europe.

Next up in the list, though in no way inferior in importance is the Cathedral of St John the Baptist or the Duomo di San Giovanni. The controversial and mysterious Shroud of Turin resides here in a vault below the Chapel of the Shroud. The Shroud sadly is open for public viewing only in jubilee years ? the next of which is 2025.

For a taste of something completely different from the European civilization visit the Egyptian Museum Via Accademia delle Scienze. The Egyptian Museum is home to some of the most important artifacts of Egyptian civilization that can be seen outside the borders of Cairo. The Museum, housing over 30,000 exhibits was founded by King Carlo Felice in 1824 after he acquired the magnificent collection of Drovetti. Various fascinating insights into the Egyptian civilization can be gleaned here from objects as diverse as funeral furnishings and daily artifacts collected from a wide time span from the Paleolithic age to the Coptic.

Next, the famed Piazza Castello at the Palazzo Madama. Once home to the Queen, the Piazza has been created in a mixture of medieval and Baroque styles. A room with red sofas beckons weary travelers while the breathtaking beauty of the chandelier and of the art ? religious as well as secular or historical ? leave them basking in the aura of times of old.

Turin and its surrounding areas are ripe for exploration. A car hire Turin service opens up a world of touring possibilities. The best deals can be found by booking at the airport as there is a wider choice of rental cars at the busier locations. Booking in advance is recommended. Plan your own schedule and make the most of your free time. Stop off where you like and take a break anytime you are sleepy.

While soaking in the history of Turin, do not forget to enjoy a view of the entire city from Superga. Superga is reachable by chain train from Sassi and offers an unparalleled perspective on Turin.

Finally for a refreshing sip and snack while on the go from one place or activity to another do not forget to sample the food and ambience from Turin’s famed cafes. Mulassano is one of the best places to do this matched in excellence by Baratti & Milano, which has been around since 1873.

New York Places, River Cafe, Plaza Hotel, Boathouse Cafe, Lincoln Center

You are hungry again, or don’t like artificial atmosphere of luxury and chic? So, in such a case, the River Cafe is something that you need. It is located below the Brooklyn Bridge and has an incredible view onto lower Manhattan. This restaurant can offer dishes from Asian cuisine. Here, it is possible to unite with nature and water around us!

If you already tired from hustle and bustle of this mega polis city, find our island of calmness and tranquility of Plaza Hotel. It is situated just two blocks from Tiffany and can offer you unforgettable double-suits, champagne, delicious dishes. All you have to do is to enter main entrance of this Hotel and not forget to take your beloved person with you!

Then after having some rest together or spending a night at this Hotel, it is time to have breakfast. In such a situation, nothing can be compared with Boathouse Cafe, which is located in Central Park. You can have a ride in a special boat under a large umbrella, hiding your from the sun and having a look at the fountain of incredible beauty! Simple but tasty dishes are waiting for you!

After such a breakfast, you can have s saturated and bright program, it will be perfect to visit Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts . In such a way you will touch the mystery, join those who are fond of fine art! You can even imagine that you are one of the art critics and destiny of the whole Center depends on you! Nevertheless, it will be difficult o forget this visit!

After looking at all this beauty it is almost a must ti visit another center Metropolitan Museum of Art. This museum has collections since the time immemorial, here you can see everything, starting from Ancient Egypt art, then going on with the Renaissance and so on. No doubts, it is impossible to see everything, but you can, at least, try and to see only the most interesting exhibitions.

Now it is time to allocate some time to yourself – go SHOPPING! Believe me, it will be unforgettable, just visit Rockefeller Center, actually, it was built to meet the demands of people, in order they be able to come here and buy everything they need! It is favorite shopping and meeting place not only for tourists, but for New Yorkers, as well! It is a big underground city, uniting 14 of the 19 buildings or rise 65 stories to the Rainbow Room. Be careful, it is possible to get lost in its labyrinth!

And the last pastime for your week-end – Spirit Cruises. Be sure, after shopping, having meal in different parts of New York City, you will have an opportunity to get rest and to think about your wonderful time you had in New York!