For more than two decades, France has reigned as the world’s most popular tourist destination, receiving 82 million foreign tourists annual. People from all over the world are drawn to France’s sophisticated culture, dazzling landmarks, exquisite cuisine, fine wines, romantic chateaux and picturesque countryside.
#1: EIFFEL TOWER
It is one of the most recognized world attractions and most-visited paid monument in the world. It was constructed in 1889 by the company owned by the engineer Gustaf Eiffel as the entrance to the 1889 World’s Fair. Including the tip, Eiffel Tower is 1,063 ft (324 m) tall and is the tallest structure in Paris.
#2: MUSEUMS
Paris is home to over 100 museums. Some of the most popular are Louvre with Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa, Les Invalides including the tomb of Napoleon, Pompidou Centre, Musée d’Orsay and others.
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#3: CHAMPS-ÉLYSÉES
The Avenue is a 1.2-mile-long (1,9 km) street located in the center of Paris and is considered to be one of the most recognizable avenues in the world. It features numerous luxury shops, theaters and cafés. At Champs-Élysées ends with Arc de Triomphe.