FRANCE: THE COUNTRY OF A THOUSAND DREAMS
“Boy, those French. They have a different word for everything.”
(Steve Martin)
Howdy travelers! Are you looking for a ‘sweet spot’ to spend your leisure time or vacations? A place that offers something of value, i.e., historical monuments, attractive terrains, or decades-old educational institutions. Well, among all the countries present in the world, this single piece of land in Europe will definitely keep you excited, and that too, in real time!
Yes, France is ‘dee’ country for international tourists of different backgrounds, race, and religion. How do I know? Well, for starters, it honors, on an average, a total of 77.8 million tourists each year. By and by, it is the most visited country in the world, according to UN. Digitally also, France tops the list, with Disneyland Paris being the most searched place on Google, with over 1 million results each month! Simply astounding!
PLACES TO VISIT
THE EIFFEL TOWER
Designed for the World’s Fair in 1889, the Eiffel Tower, (at that point), was the highest monument in the world. With a height of 1083 ft., it will capture your attention with its three-floored panoramic view, which includes the renowned Le Jules Verne Restaurant and the Secret Apartment. One of its most astounding feature is the construction time period: It took 2 years, 2 months, and 5 days for the gargantuan tower to take a stand! Absolutely, no cutting corners from the experts!
THE PICTURE STORY
1st FLOOR
You can feel the freshness of air and serene ambience on the 1st floor of the Eiffel Tower. It’s literally magic! More so, the luscious servings at the famous Madame Brasserie Restaurant are totally awesome!
Who can forget the famous spiral staircase of the Eiffel Tower, which connected the 2nd and 3rd floors? As of today, it’s dismantled & showcased for visitors.
For product launches, gala evenings, and seminars, the Gustave Eiffel Lounge is the perfect place! Enjoy your day like none other!
2nd FLOOR
Get ready to dine in in the famous Jules Verne Restaurant on the 2nd floor of the La Tour Eiffel. It’s an experience that you won’t forget in ages.
‘Add 3 letters to Paris and it becomes Paradise’. And that’s what the long-range view of the metropolis showcases! It takes your breath away!
3rd FLOOR
Up, up and away! It’s nothing short of astounding when you view a city from a height of 324m!
Like to see the wax sculptor of the sculptor who designed the La Tour Eiffel? Yes, Gustavo Eiffel’s statue along with her daughter and the revered Thomas Edison is at display!
Enjoy another angled view of Paris from the top floor with perspective maps! You can view everything at a single glance!
FEATURES
- Height: 324 metres
- Weight: 10,100 tons
- Lifts: 5 lifts & 2×2 duolifts
- Maintenance: After 7 years
- Total Visits: More than 300 million people
- Other Names: The Iron Lady, La Tour Eiffel (in French)
TOUR CHARGES
Check out the latest rates on these website(s):
https://www.paris-tickets.com/eiffel-tower-tickets-tours/?gad_source=1
https://www.paristickets.com/eiffel-tower/
VIRTUAL TOUR
How about a 360o view from each storey of the Tall Tower?
If you opt to visit the country, then don’t forget the City of Lights that gleams with the Magic of Light! I can bet you won’t enjoy a more fascinating experience like this!
PALACE OF VERSAILLES
20km south-west of the iconic Eiffel Tower lies the colossal Palace of Versailles. Labeled as ‘UNESCO World Heritage Site’, it is a wonder to behold, a reflection of the astounding French art & architecture from the 1700s. From the Hall of Mirrors to the Grand Canal, you will find attraction never witnessed before. So, get the ball rolling and plan your visit soon!
Beauty is present in the eyes of the beholder, but in case of this huge structure, it’s all beauty!
THE PICTURE STORY
The dazzling appearance of the Hall of Mirrors (Galeris des Glances) is not imaginary, but real! So clear, so majestic, and so very aesthetic!
Feel royal & enjoy royalty standing in the Royal Chapel. I can bet you’ll be tickled pink with its artistic glamour and the famous pipe organ.
Wondering how to define the beauty of the opulent King’s State Apartments? It is pure luxury and class!
Does the attractive aura of the Queen’s State Apartments ring bells? Perhaps, pretty loud and clear.
Imagine the surreal prima donna singing in the Royal Opera House. Magical cum fascinating!
It’s all green on the outside! Take a tour of the beautiful Flora Fountain amid greenery.
The Grand Trianon & the Petit Trianon Palaces were designed and created on the request of Louis XIV and XV respectively. Enjoy the attractions within the historical structures: The music, round, malachite, cool, and breakfast rooms offer a great view. Visit once and you’ll become a stan!
TOUR CHARGES
For newest rates, visit the websites below:
https://en.chateauversailles.fr/plan-your-visit/tickets-and-prices
VIRTUAL TOUR
Enjoy a relaxing visit of the Grand Palace from the comfort of your own home!
View of the Palace of Versailles
It’s simply fire! The Mystic Gardens, the Colette Gallery, Temple of Love, and the Hamlet. Hope you won’t miss it for anything!
LOUVRE MUSEUM
‘Mona Lisa, Here I Come!’ Just travel 21km north-east from the Palace of Versailles and you’ll reach the majestic Louvre Museum, a place for local and international art admirers and travel enthusiasts. Enjoy the eye-catching drawings and sculptors of the earlier centuries from French, German, Italian, and other renowned artists.
Give it a burl!
THE PICTURE STORY
One of Leonardo Da Vinci’s most famous portraits, Lisa Gherardini, a.k.a The Mona Lisa is an art in itself! Stunning, Alluring, and Breath-Taking!
One of the largest paintings in the Louvre Museum, the Coronation of Napoleon is an oil painting with heavy dose of indigo pigment. A masterclass from Jacques-Louis David!
The code of life that defines the effects of actions that man took in prehistoric times. With a total of 282 laws, The Code of Hammurabi has been labeled as a comprehensive Constitution by many.
Showcasing the eternal bond of Mary and Jesus, this picture is one of the most famous in Louvre Museum. A mint painting, that’s for sure!
Nike, warship, Parian marble, and wings define the structure of a Greek goddess. And guess what, it stands on a broken ship piece!
Did you know? More than 70 poems have been written down in reverence to Venus De Milo? Plus, it had a strong effect on the 19th-century art.
Sacre Bleu! What an exquisite picture by Titian, depicting a comely and personable individual, wearing a leather glove, golden ring, and a necklace of sapphire and pearl.
The Raft of the Medusa is a dismal cum death-defying picture of a shipwreck with people fighting for their lives. It was painted by Theodore Gericault.
TOUR CHARGES
The following websites offer the best rates for your trip to Louvre Museum:
https://www.viator.com/Paris-attractions/Louvre-Museum/d479-a73
https://www.louvre.fr/en/visit/hours-admission
VIRTUAL TOUR
Enjoy the 360o tour of the Louvre Museum without having to travel!
Virtual Tour of the Louvre Museum
That’s a wrap folks! Until next time for another country visit…
Have a Good Day!