Icons in Paris

Icons on your trip to Paris Bonjour Madame Hutchinson,

Mon nom est Laëtitia et j'espère que vous acquiez pertinents renseignements de cette présentation pour votre voyage à Paris.

Sincère rement vôtre, Laëtitia Nguyen

La Tour Eiffel

Avenue Gustave Eiffel 75007 Paris, France

Probably one of the most famed landmarks in the world whilst also the symbol of Paris, the must-see Tour Eiffel has 1652 steps to reach the top of the tower or the alternative, a lift. The iron made La Tour Eiffel is renowned not only for its breathtaking view of Paris by both day and night, but for its restaurants (Le Jules Verne on Second Floor, Le 58 Tour Eiffel on First Floor). Did you know that La Tour Eiffel was originally considered ugly and was originally planned to be taken down a short time after its completion? Today, La Tour Eiffel lights up the evenings of Paris with its vibrant fluorescent and sometimes sparkling light, even better La Tour Eiffel stays open to tourists until 11:00 PM so you are able take breathtaking photos of Paris by night from one of the floors of La Tour Eiffel. Unique, memorable souvenirs are also available for purchase.

More information can be found at : http://www.tour-eiffel.fr/

Eiffel Tower Cartoon – sourced from http://www.ieiffeltower.com/eiffel-tower-cartoon/

Opéra de Paris Place de l'Opera 9th arrondissement The Opéra de Paris is the home of classical music and dance, situated at the Place de l'Opera 9th arrondissement. Originally, the Opéra de Paris was built to have a second theatre for the world renowned Parisian Opera and Ballet companies, it is still used for this purpose today (The Paris Opera Ballet , Operas and various performances). The architecture was by Charles Garnier (who won a design competition in 1861) with designs for the Opéra de Paris said to be fit for a king with a famous giant crystal chandelier, grand staircase (which leads to the best view in the theatre, the boxes) and outside statues representing dance and music and in the middle of these two statues is a statue of the Greek god Apollo holding a lyre above his head. It is also decorated with columns, other statues and many parts of the opera house are gilded and said to be 'flashy'. The Opéra de Paris is also known as the Palais-Garnier as Charles Garnier was the architect. Construction for the Opera began in August 1861 and was completed in January 1875. Probably the most famous Opera house in the world, the Opéra de Paris has live bees living in the roof. The shows in the Opéra de Paris are said to be magical! The Opéra de Paris is ideal for all lovers of The Arts and Music.

“You feel like you are a royal at the Opéra de Paris with the authentic, luxurious feel of 18th Century France.”

Opéra de Paris – 12/10/12, sourced from www..opera-de-paris.fr/

Château de Versailles Place d'Armes, 78000 Versailles, France

The Château de Versailles is located just out of Paris (built by King Louis XVI’s grandfather; King Louis XIV) and was the primary residence of the last monarch’s of France; King Louis XVI and Queen Marie Antoinette who met their tragic end on the guillotine during the French Revolution. Known as the symbol of the luxurious supreme power of the royals of France, The Chateau de Versailles consists of a spectacular palace that mere words can’t describe (The famous Hall of Mirrors lies in the Palace), The vast, almost magical Gardens, The elaborate Grand Trianon and The estate (and Petite Trianon) that belonged to Marie Antoinette where she was able to spend private time by herself. Inside the Château, most of the rooms, artefacts and attractions have been preserved and kept well just like how they would have been when the monarchs occupied the place and you are able to either view its brilliance either individually or with the assistance of a friendly tour guide (options of audio or group tours).

Notable attractions of the Château worth visiting are; The Bed-chamber of Marie Antoinette where a secret door can still be seen today through which she escaped during the revolution, of course the infamous Hall of Mirrors that reflect light whilst also displaying gold & ornate decorations & sculptures, and the vivid paintings throughout the Château depicting various members of the King’s favourites and family. More information in detail can be found at the official website of the Château de Versailles: http://en.chateauversailles.fr/homepage

Château de Versailles – sourced from http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Chateau-de-versailles-cour.jpg

MAP OF PARIS

Map of Paris – sourced from https://maps.google.com.au/maps/myplaces?vpsrc=6&ctz=-660&abauth=507bb34b-GFumgpprixVSI0MQ3BDgqk0kU&vps=3&num=10

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Map of Paris with Versailles – sourced from https://maps.google.com.au/maps/myplaces?vpsrc=6&ctz=660&abauth=507bb34b-GF-umgpprixVSI0MQ3BDgqk0kU&vps=3&num=10

La Galerie Eiffel Tower at Night Sourced from http://tlc.howstuffworks.com/family/eiffeltower-landmark.htm

Opera de Paris Sourced from www.free-city-guides.com

One of the theatres of Opera de Paris Sourced from www,tumbler.com

Chateau de Versailles Gardens Hall of Mirrors, Chateau de Versailles Sourced from www.smh.com,au

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