"The Most Brilliant City in the World" Paris by mrclay2000


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City of Light shines at all seasons

The City of Light gives the most complete collection of the magnificence of the Old World and the New. There are chateaux here and ancient walls and gates, all linked by a modern Metro system that takes you to any spot in the city. There is elegance and charm, romance and atmosphere, moods both public and private, gaudiness and style, all blended into the most splendid circle of cosmopolitan vitality on Earth.

Pros and Cons
  • Pros:Every square is a vista; every hour a blessing
  • Cons:Getting help or information may require more than a smile
  • In a nutshell:Walk in any direction; try to get lost; the City of Light embraces everyone
  • Last visit to Paris: Mar 1995
  • Intro Updated Jan 14, 2003
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    Maurizioago Aug 23, 2010 at 8:54 AM Report Abuse

    I hope to visit Paris next year. Ciao!

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    CALSF Feb 23, 2008 at 6:42 PM Report Abuse

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    Nemorino Aug 23, 2007 at 1:50 PM Report Abuse

    Interesting that back in 2003 you titled a photo "traffic cop and the ubiquitous bicycle". Well, if you thought bicycles were ubiquitous in 2003, you should see what Paris looks like now! It's fantastic!

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    mvtouring Mar 28, 2007 at 11:24 PM Report Abuse

    I am taking my mother to Paris next year and your tips are going to be a great help. Thanks ;-)

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    BarryAir Nov 26, 2005 at 8:03 PM Report Abuse

    I just returned from Paris. Your pictures are fantastic! Barry from Louisiana

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    IrishFem May 5, 2005 at 9:52 AM Report Abuse

    Thanks for the bday wishes. Beautiful photographs of Paris. I especially liked the Seine photo.

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    Brentartsol Apr 26, 2005 at 5:16 PM Report Abuse

    Awesome photos. Prague & Paris look amazing through your lens. Thanks. I'll be back. Brent

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    Callavetta Jan 6, 2005 at 12:23 PM Report Abuse

    It would appear you sleep around a lot in Paris :-) More than you eat around! Did you really eat at Chili's? Well you can be forgive given your "pros".

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    maple_air Dec 10, 2004 at 2:14 PM Report Abuse

    very well written page here! i just fall in love with city over and over again:-)

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    kiwi Aug 30, 2004 at 1:30 PM Report Abuse

    Very well written page here, what a wonderful place to have a bday. :-)

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