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Sainte Chapelle in Paris
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La Sainte-Chapelle the Palais de Justice complex on the Ile de la Cité in the center of Paris is the last surviving building of the Capetian royal palace. It is the most exemplary building of the Rayonnant Style of Gothic architecture.
Its construction began around 1239 and was financed by France’s King Louis IX. Its architecture was so marvelous and made so strong that it stands straight even today. Although it is true that much of the structure is new as it was restored after the building suffered severe damages during the French revolution.
It is situated atop a square chapel and was meant to house the precious relics of Christ possessed by King Louis IX. Among the items that it once housed is the Crown of Thorns, the Image of Edessa, passion relics etc.
The chapel’s main attraction is its stained glass windows. The workmanship of those is unparalleled. There are around 13 of these breathtaking pieces and though some of them suffered severe damages they still retain their essence and their meaning can easily be understood.
Most of these windows depict religious issues. Among the topics illustrated on the windows of the eastern apse, are the New Testament, scenes of The Passion, Life of John the Evangelist and baby Christ. While the windows on the nave feature more of the Old Testament beginning with Book of Genesis and going through Exodus, Joseph, Numbers/Leviticus, Joshua/Deuteronomy, Judges, Jeremiah/Tobias, Judith/Job, Esther, David and finally coming to the Book of Kings.
These windows are masterpieces that you must see if you ever visit Paris. Though there are not less number of things to see in Paris, be sure not to forget to include Sainte Chapelle in your list!
The Centre Pompidou museum in Paris
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Whenever, we think of Paris as a tourist destination, the first thought that comes to our mind is that of the Eiffel tower. However, it must be known that there are a lot of other attractions in Paris. One such tourist spot for the lovers of modern art and architecture is the Centre Pompidou which is a museum in Paris dedicated to all forms of modern and contemporary creations, including literature, theatre, film and music. Centre Pompidou, in fact, is the third most visited Paris attraction with about 5.5 million visitors a year.
The museum opened in 1977 and the vision behind this spectacular museum is that of President Georges Pompidou, who got this museum designed by architects Renzo Piano. The visitors to this museum can also take souvenirs from the gift shops and the three bookshops in Centre Pompidou. There is also a design boutique on the mezzanine which holds a collections of unique, funky and artsy souvenirs and gifts. There are a lot of choices for a quick bite when at this museum. While one can stop at the one of the two quick and casual eateries, a better choice would be the level 6 Restaurant Georges with panoramic views of Paris.
the basic ticket to the museum and exhibitions costs around €12 during the busy tourist season and €10 in the off-season. Those under 18 can enter the museum and exhibits for free, and those ages 18-25 can enter on Wednesday evenings through June 2008. The first Sunday of each month allows free entry to the museum.
When visiting this museum, be sure to take a visit to the pop-art-esque Stravinsky Fountain which captivates the tourists with its bright lips, heart and elephant figures.
The Eiffel Tower In The Paris
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As is widely known, The Eiffel Tower should come on the top of your list of places to visit, if you ever go to France! The tower itself is a sight to behold, let alone the breathtaking view it features from its top! If you choose not to visit it, its blurry image will keep haunting you wherever you go in Paris for it is visible from almost any vantage point of the city.
Its remarkable architecture and unbelievable size is awe-inspiring! A constantly moving crowd is another one of its characteristic features. Thus, you do have to waste a large amount of time standing in lines to experience it.
Eiffel Tower has come to symbolize Paris in a way no other thing can. Whenever one thinks of Paris, one has to think of the Eiffel! Its shape features in key-rings, T-shirts, books, paintings etc. Eiffel is known worldwide and is something everyone must see at least once in their lives.
Facts tell us that over 204 million people have visited it since 1889, thus, making it the most visited attraction in the whole of France! Not only this, the entire structure weighs around 10000 tons!
However, the Eiffel tower like many other things in this world is overrated. It’s like when you visit the Taj Mahal. You’ll be excited as long as you reach there and will be struck for maybe a few minutes. However, after some time you just grow bored of the ever increasing crowd and the never ending lines. There are other more interesting places to visit in Paris. Even then, I will suggest you take all the pains required and visit it at least once!
The first floor basically features a display of the tower’s history. There is also an Altitude 95 restaurant present here. A more sophisticated Jules Verne hotel is situated on the second floor. Souvenir shops and information kiosks are found almost throughout. Take the elevator to reach the top which features the picturesque views! The height is so extreme that it sometimes makes the view unclear because of the clouds!
A good tip is to visit it as early in the morning as possible for that way you will miss the largest crowd. Midday is the peak time and that is when you will find the largest rush
Louvre Museum In Paris
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Located in Paris, Louvre is a French palace and the national art museum of France. Once a residence of the kings of France, the palace features traditional French architecture since the Renaissance, and it houses a magnificent collection of ancient and Western art.
The first Louvre was a fortress built at the beginning of the 13th century by Philip II Augustus to defend the Seine below Paris against the Normans and English. In the late 1980s, there was extensive renovation and expansion in the Louvre. In November 1993, to mark its 200th anniversary, the museum unveiled the Richelieu wing in the quarters that had been vacated, grudgingly, by the Ministry of Finance in 1989.
Louvre museum displays Oriental (ancient Mesopotamian) antiquities; Egyptian antiquities; Greek and Roman antiquities; sculpture from the Middle Ages to modern times; furniture and objects d’art; and paintings representing all the European schools. A section of the museum is devoted to Islamic art.
Louvre takes pride in its ancient art works with the likes of a statuette of the Sumerian ruler Gudea, a stele bearing Hammurabi’s code, an Egyptian painted stone statue of a scribe sitting cross-legged, the Venus de Milo, and the Victory of Samothrace. Also among the famous displays of the museum are two marble Slaves by Michelangelo, the treasure of the abbey of St. Denis, and the French crown diamonds. Important paintings include the Pietà of Avignon, Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, Veronese’s immense Wedding at Cana and Watteau’s Embarkation for Cythera.
Louvre is located at Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris. It is accessible through métro: Palais Royal – Musée du Louvre. The admission charges are 7.50€ for adults and 5.00€ after 3pm. It is free for the first Sunday of the month and for children 17 and under. The museum is closed on Jan. 1, May 1, Nov. 11 and Dec. 25.
The Great War Museum opens in Meaux near Paris
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This Friday on 11.11.11, The Great War Museum (Le Musee de la Grande Guerre) was inaugurated at Meaux. Meaux is located 41.1 km (25.5 mi) east-northeast from the center of Paris.
The museum lies in front of the American monument Liberty in Distress by Frederick MacMonnies, erected in memory of the soldiers who fell at the two battles of the Marne.
The museum takes us through journey of old days. All the explanations are in French, English and German. The first section of the museum depicts the era of late 19th century and the 1870 Franco Prussian war, and moves through to 1914. The second section, from the 1914 to the 1918 Battles of the Marne, is grouped around the ‘grand nef’. The final section takes you from 1918 to 1939 with all its illusions of victory, all the grand hopes and slowly revealed failures that led to World War II. The full round across the museum takes about 90 minutes.
The museum takes up different subjects right from techniques of warfare, the participation of women in wars, the effect of war on scientific and medical advances and also the impact of war on social lives. Another section of the museum shows everyday objects from the front and the home front and also real works of art such as the delightful mandolins made out of Adrian helmets. The Museum has a café for light snacks and drinks, and a good book and gift shop.
The charges for admission in the museum are as follows:
- Adult 10 euros
- Students under 26 years, senior citizens over 65 years, war veterans, members of the military 7 euros
- Under 18 years old 5 euros
- Free for children under 8 years, teachers and museum curators
- Family ticket: 2 adults and 2 children under 18 years old 25 euros
If you want to take a visit to Meaux, you can stay in these hotels in Paris:
Etap Hotel Paris La Villette 19ème
57-63 Avenue Jean Jaurès
Paris
08 92 68 08 91
Libertel Canal Saint Martin
5 Avenue Secrétan
Paris
01 42 06 62 00
Buttes Chaumont Hotel Paris
4 Avenue Secrétan
Paris
01 42 45 33 81
Relais Bergson
124 Avenue Simon Bolivar
Paris
01 42 08 31 17
Hotel Lotti Paris
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Hotel Lotti Paris
Overview of the Hotel: The hotel is based in the central Paris near Place Vendome, Tuileries Gardens, The Louvre Museum, Opéra Garnier and the Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré. Tuileries Metro Station is close by making the whole of Paris accessible. There are as many as 160 air-conditioned rooms equipped with a minibar, coffee maker and a cable Television. Some rooms also have a seating area. The rooms are beautifully decorated and the attached bathrooms are also luxuriously made. The view in all the rooms is worth a watch. The hotel has a private open-air courtyard stylishly furnished and a free newspaper facility. The restaurant offers fine Italian cuisine and some seasonal dishes. The Dolce Vita Bar is largely stocked with liquors. Valet parking and 24-hour reception desk is available. Room service is on request.
Amenities at the Hotel: The hotel has a Restaurant, Bar, 24-Hour Front Desk, Newspapers, Terrace, Non-Smoking Rooms, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Elevator, Safety Deposit Box, Soundproofed Rooms, Heating, Luggage Storage, Air-conditioning. Other services include Room Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Business Centre, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, and Breakfast in the Room, Ironing Service, Bridal Suite, Currency Exchange, Fax/Photocopying. Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge. Wi-fi is available in public areas and is free of charge. Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs EUR 26 per day. Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs EUR 26 per day.
Hotel Rules: The check in time for the hotel is from 14:00 hours and the check out time is until 12:00 hours. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above. All children under 12 years stay free of charge for extra beds. All children under 1 years stay free of charge for cots. All older children or adults are charged EUR 80 per night per person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/baby cots in a room is 1. Any type of extra bed or baby cot is upon request and needs to be confirmed by the hotel. Supplements will not be calculated automatically in the total costs and have to be paid separately in the hotel. Pets are allowed. No extra charges. Accepted credit cards are American Express, Visa, Euro/MasterCard, Diners Club, and JCB. The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorize credit cards prior to arrival.
Hotel Room Types and Rates:
Standard Double Room
Prices are per room
Included in room price: 5.50 % VAT
• FREE cancellation: € 350
Junior Suite
Prices are per room
Included in room price: 5.50 % VAT
• FREE cancellation: € 750
Deluxe Double Room
Prices are per room
Included in room price: 5.50 % VAT
• FREE cancellation: € 400
Executive Double Room
Prices are per room
Included in room price: 5.50 % VAT
• FREE cancellation: € 660
Suite
Prices are per room
Included in room price: 5.50 % VAT
• FREE cancellation: € 620
Hotel Westminster Paris
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Hotel Westminster Paris
Overview of the Hotel: The hotel lies at the heart the heart of Paris near Place Vendôme and Opéra. The hotel is close to the tourist attractions in Paris and the city airport is also nearby. There are a total of 102 rooms equipped with a television and each room being individually decorated with marble fireplaces and a collection of antique clocks. The attached bathrooms provide with toiletries, bathrobe and slippers. The hotel’s restaurant, Le Céladon serves Chef Christophe Moisand’s dishes and the bar plays live music in the evening, offering light snacks and cocktails. The fitness centre at the hotel is fully equipped and the spa offers a wide range of massage treatments. The meeting and function rooms are available on hire.
Amenities at the Hotel: The hotel has a Restaurant, bar, 24-Hour Front Desk, Newspapers, Non-Smoking Rooms, Elevator, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Safety Deposit Box, Luggage Storage, Shops in Hotel, Sauna, Fitness Centre, Massage, Turkish/Steam Bath, Hammam. Other services include Room Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, Barber/Beauty Shop, and Breakfast in the Room, Ironing Service, Bridal Suite, Currency Exchange, Shoe Shine, Car Hire, Tour Desk, Fax/Photocopying, and Ticket Service. Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and costs EUR 20 per 24 hours. Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs EUR 25 per day.
Hotel Rules: The check in time for the hotel is from 14:30 – 00:00 hours and the check out time is until 07:00 – 12:00 hours. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please check the room conditions when selecting your room above. All children under 4 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All older children or adults are charged EUR 95 per night per person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/baby cots in a room is 1. Any type of extra bed or baby cot is upon request and needs to be confirmed by the hotel. Supplements will not be calculated automatically in the total costs and have to be paid separately in the hotel. Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable. Accepted credit cards are American Express, Visa, Euro/MasterCard, Carte Bleue, Diners Club, and JCB. The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorize credit cards prior to arrival.
Hotel Room Types and Rates:
Opéra Room
Prices are per room
Included in room price: 5.50 % VAT, city tax
• FREE cancellation: € 349.98
Saint Honoré Suite
Prices are per room
Included in room price: 5.50 % VAT, city tax
• FREE cancellation: € 599.98
Saint Honoré Room
Prices are per room
Included in room price: 5.50 % VAT, city tax
• FREE cancellation: € 349.97
Vendôme Room
Prices are per room
Included in room price: 5.50 % VAT, city tax
• FREE cancellation: € 409.98
Warwick Hotel Paris
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Warwick Hotel Paris
Overview of the Hotel: The hotel lies in the central Paris near Champs Elysees. George V is a metro station close by providing easy access to many tourist attractions like the Jardin des Tuileries and Place de la Bastille, and Le Louvre. Gare du Nord Eurostar terminal is 4 Km from Warwick. There are as many as 149 rooms stylishly decorated. The rooms have flat-screen televisions and floor-to-ceiling windows that look beautiful and also allow a lot of sunlight to pass through. A penthouse is also available in summer for lunch, dinner and cocktails. The restaurant here serves exquisite French cuisine and the lounge bar has a range of collections in liquor. The hotel offers massage treatments, car rentals and currency exchange services also.
Amenities at the Hotel: The hotel has a Restaurant, bar, 24-Hour Front Desk, Newspapers, Non-Smoking Rooms, Elevator, Safety Deposit Box, Luggage Storage, and Massage. Other services include Room Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Business Centre, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, and Breakfast in the Room, Ironing Service, Currency Exchange, Car Hire, Fax/Photocopying, and Ticket Service. Wired internet is available in the hotel rooms and charges are applicable. Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs EUR 21 per day.
Hotel Rules: The check in time for the hotel is from 15:00 – 00:00 hours and the check out time is until 07:00 – 12:00 hours. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room. All children under 4 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. All older children or adults are charged EUR 95 per night per person for extra beds. Maximum capacity of extra beds/baby cots in a room is 1. Any type of extra bed or baby cot is upon request and needs to be confirmed by the hotel. Supplements will not be calculated automatically in the total costs and have to be paid separately in the hotel. Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable. Accepted credit cards are American Express, Visa, Euro/MasterCard, Carte Bleue, Diners Club, and JCB. The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorize credit cards prior to arrival.
Hotel Room Types and Rates:
Superior Room
Prices are per room
Included in room price: 5.50 % VAT, city tax
• FREE cancellation: € 318.98
Junior Suite
Prices are per room
Included in room price: 5.50 % VAT, city tax
• FREE cancellation: € 468.97
Deluxe Room
Prices are per room
Included in room price: 5.50 % VAT, city tax
• FREE cancellation: € 398.98
Executive Room
Prices are per room
Included in room price: 5.50 % VAT, city tax
• FREE cancellation: € 378.97
Hotel Sezz Paris
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Hotel Sezz Paris
Overview of the Hotel: The hotel lies at a premium location opposite the Eiffel Tower, on River Seine’s right bank. Musee du Vin is steps away and Passy Metro station is nearby making it an easy access to the attractions. The guests are offered a welcome drink on arrival. The hotel features the first Veuve Clicquot champagne bar in Paris, La Grande Dame. There are a total of 26 air-conditioned rooms highly-equipped with iPod dock, DVD player and flat-screen Televisions. The bathrooms are exclusively stocked with Aqua di Parma products also providing with Jacuzzi, bathrobes and slippers. The 24 hour reception is always at service providing with currency exchange and dry-cleaning.
Amenities at the Hotel: The hotel has a Bar, 24-Hour Front Desk, Newspapers, Non-Smoking Rooms, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Family Rooms, Elevator, Express Check-In/Check-Out, Safety Deposit Box, Heating, Design Hotel, Luggage Storage, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking, Air-conditioning. Massage, Jacuzzi, Turkish/Steam Bath, Hammam. Other services include Room Service, Meeting/Banquet Facilities, Babysitting/Child Services, Laundry, Dry Cleaning, and Breakfast in the Room, Ironing Service, Currency Exchange, Fax/Photocopying, and Ticket Service. Wi-fi is available free of charge. Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs EUR 25 per day.
Hotel Rules: Y\The check in time for the hotel is from 15:00 hours and the check out time is until 12:00 hours. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. All children under 12 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding. All children under 2 years stay free of charge for cots. There is no capacity for extra beds in the room. Maximum capacity of baby cots in a room is 1. Any type of extra bed or baby cot is upon request and needs to be confirmed by the hotel. Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable. Accepted credit cards are American Express, Visa, Euro/MasterCard, Carte Bleue, Diners Club, JCB, and Maestro. The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorize credit cards prior to arrival.
Hotel Room Types and Rates:
Deluxe Double Room
Prices are per room
Included in room price: 5.50 % VAT, EUR 1.50 city tax per person per night
• Non refundable: € 275.39
• FREE cancellation: € 403
• Breakfast included
Eiffel Suite
Prices are per room
Included in room price: 5.50 % VAT, EUR 1.50 city tax per person per night
• Non refundable: € 891
• FREE cancellation: € 990
• Breakfast included
Junior Suite
Prices are per room
Included in room price: 5.50 % VAT, EUR 1.50 city tax per person per night
• Non refundable: € 385.20
• FREE cancellation: € 428
• Breakfast included
Standard Suite
Prices are per room
Included in room price: 5.50 % VAT, EUR 1.50 city tax per person per night
• Non refundable: € 361.80
• FREE cancellation: € 369
• Breakfast included
Seven Hotel Paris
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Seven Hotel Paris
Overview of the Hotel: The 4-star hotel is located in Latin Quarter near Jardins du Luxembourg. Les Gobelins Metro stop is just minutes away from the hotel which is an easy access to tourist spots. Port-Royal station is also nearby and the hotel provides an RER service to Charles de Gaulle Airport. There are a total of 35 air-conditioned rooms highly equipped. The rooms have an espresso machine, iPhone and iPod dock, and a TV channel that controls room fragrance. The attached bathrooms are also very stylishly designed. The hotel’s amazingly stocked lounge bar is a treat to the customers. The massage treatments and the private car service is like an icing on the cake.
Amenities at the Hotel: The hotel has a Bar, 24-Hour Front Desk, Newspapers, Non-Smoking Rooms, Rooms/Facilities for Disabled Guests, Elevator, Safety Deposit Box, Soundproofed Rooms, Design Hotel, Luggage Storage, All Public and Private spaces non-smoking, Air-conditioning, Massage. Other services include Room Service, Breakfast in the Room, Bridal Suite, Currency Exchange. Wi-fi is available in the entire hotel and is free of charge. Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not needed) and costs EUR 3.90 per hour.
Hotel Rules: The check in time for the hotel is from 16:00 hours and the check out tie is until 12:00 hours. Cancellation and prepayment policies vary by room type. Children cannot be accommodated at the hotel. There is no capacity for extra beds/cots in the room. Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable. Accepted credit cards are American Express, Visa, Euro/MasterCard, Carte Bleue, Diners Club, and JCB. The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorize credit cards prior to arrival.
Hotel Room Types and Rates:
Comfort Double Room
Prices are per room
Included in room price: 5.50 % VAT, EUR 1 city tax per person per night
• FREE cancellation: € 280
Comfort Plus Double Room
Prices are per room
Included in room price: 5.50 % VAT, EUR 1 city tax per person per night
• FREE cancellation: € 333
Deluxe Double Room
Prices are per room
Included in room price: 5.50 % VAT, EUR 1 city tax per person per night
• FREE cancellation: € 385
Suite
Prices are per room
Included in room price: 5.50 % VAT, EUR 1 city tax per person per night
• FREE cancellation: € 627