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Paris (France)

Paris is the capital of France and the country's largest city. It is situated on the River Seine, in northern France, at the heart of the le-de-France region. Paris is located in the north-bending arc of the river Seine and includes two islands, the le Saint-Louis and the larger le de la Cit, which form the oldest part of the city. Overall, the city is relatively flat, and the lowest elevation is 35 m (115 ft) above sea level. Paris has several prominent hills, of which the highest is Montmartre at 130 m (427 ft).

The highlight of the trip however, had to be the Moulin Rouge. Amazing costumes, great dancing and a really fantastic evening. Go for the cheapest 72 Euros tickets at the bar (includes 2 drinks) and you get some of the best seats in the house. They're on a raised platform, admittedly at the back of the room, but you get a great view of the stage. Go early and be prepared to queue.

The Paris Metro is so easy and cheap to use it's the best way to get around Paris by far. Paris has warm summers with average high temperatures of 25 C (77 F) and lows of 15 C (59 F). Winters are chilly, but rarely below freezing point with temperatures around 3 C (37 F) - 8 C (46 F). Spring and fall have mild days and cool evenings. Rainfall could occur at any time of the year, and although not a very rainy city, Paris is known for its sudden showers.

        

Three of the most famous Parisian landmarks are the twelfth century cathedral Notre Dame de Paris on the le de la Cit, the nineteenth century Eiffel Tower, and the Napoleonic Arc de Triomphe. Apart from Notre Dame de Paris, there are several other ecclesiastical masterpieces including the Gothic thirteenth century Sainte-Chapelle palace chapel and the glise de la Madeleine.