DARPAN TRAVEL
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round the world, individuals dream about visiting France – the land of gastronomy, artistic masterpieces, unparalleled fashion, awardwinning vineyards, historical sights, and iconic landmarks. And the first stop in most people’s minds is none other than the magnificent capital city of Paris! Over the last several years, France has held the title as the “most visited country in the world” and in 2017, Paris hosted over 40 million tourists – a record breaking number – according to the Paris Convention and Tourism Bureau. Heralded as the “City of Light,” Paris is located in northern central France in “a north-bending arc of the Seine River whose crest includes two islands, the Île Saint-Louis and the larger Île de la Cité, which form the oldest part of the city.” Paris is architecturally beautiful and its cityscape is marked by wide boulevards and signature street lights with the River Seine as a backdrop. As you travel throughout the city, you will catch glimpses of iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and Sacré-Coeur Basilica dotting the city’s skyline. Once you start to explore this effervescent city, you will feel the vibrant energy and magic in the air as you’re swept away by its people, culture, cuisine, history and architecture. Even if you’re not a romantic, Paris will make you see the world in a different way, almost with a dreamy, nostalgic lens. I’ve had the pleasure of travelling to Paris, both in the summer and winter months, and it’s doesn’t matter what time of year you head to this incredible destination, there is always so much to see, experience and indulge in!
Once you start to explore this effervescent city, you will feel the vibrant energy and magic in the air as you’re swept away by its people, culture, cuisine, history and architecture.
Tu Est Magnifique! BY RENU SINGH-JOSEPH
DARPAN
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MARCH / APRIL 2 019
Reflecting The South-Asian Lifestyle
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