Can you get enough of any beautiful thing? Can you swallow enough of the beauty of any wonder? Can you get ever get tired of watching the spectacular masterpiece of humankind? Well. Most of you might have an image of an ideal scenario after reading this; but what can be prettier than the ever-romantic Paris? We can hardly think of any other place that is more, or at least equally appealing.
The city of Paris, popularly known as the heart and soul of France, is easily one of the most charming places on the planet. Plus, whatever you do, you cannot resist the beauty of this city. And if you visit it once, you are certainly going to be awestruck and are bound to visit again. For those who might not have visited it yet, here are seven reasons why you should visit it and should keep visiting it.
Connect with the vintage era:
Whenever one mentions the word vintage, you certainly would associate Paris with it in your mind. The city has had such a rich cultural heritage. In terms of the monarchs that have ruled the city and the culture followed by the indigenous. The artifacts, snippets, letters, and vintage goods, all are lined up in the famous museums across the city. The city has many museums. These are astonishing not just in terms of artifacts that they possess, but also in terms of the architecture. You can delve into the pools of history every time you step into these museums and can admire the lifestyle of the old Frenchmen and women. For the collectors of vintage items and antiques, there are even shops where you can get the correct item at the right price.
Satisfying your sweet tooth:
If you are one of those people who has a sweet tooth and cannot go for long without eating something sweet, then Paris might be your paradise. Right from the pastries to the bread, to the varieties of cream, this city has it all. Known for its desserts, many desserts that you might rejoice throughout the world might have their roots in Paris. Choosing from the extensive options of the flavors available, even a person without a sweet tooth might adopt one. The most beloved dessert that is savored by any sane individual in Paris is the Crepes. These paper-thin crisps can give you a glimpse of what food would taste like in heaven.
Marching through the Catacombs:
Catacombs are usually a part of the new age first-person games, but the history that goes behind them is rather interesting and is a splendid paradigm of what humans can achieve. The catacombs were a pivotal part of World War II. The French Resistance accessed them as a network of ample of caverns and tunnels. They stretch to a widespread network of 280 km. Countless soldiers and other people lost their lives in these catacombs, and the legend says that remains of the approximately six million people still reside there. Taking pride in their historical heritage, the French government has opened these catacombs for the people. They are indeed popular amongst tourists; you understand the meaning of the much-heard proverb “Necessity is the mother of invention,” when you take a walk amongst these catacombs.
For the mesmerizing presents:
Visiting Paris is mandatory if you are going to France, except for the beauty of the city and the romantic aura; Paris is also famous for its gifts. Since it is a destination where you could get the most excellent wines in the world, rare antiques, and perfumes. But along with these, there are even other items that you could give your dear ones as a present. There are even other gifts that can be utilized and can also be a sign of warm memories. While in Paris, you can always look for a ‘carte du monde à gratter’ to gift your close ones. You can also make friends while traveling alone.
To be up to date with the latest fashion trends:
Fashion can be fiddly but is also the style that defines a human being. Paris, the fashion capital of the world, is the headquarter of many big names in the fashion industry. Right from Louis Vuitton to Armani, there hardly is any fashion outlet that does not have a stately showroom in Paris. It is not only a place where people follow the latest trends, but it is the place where people make most of the latest trends. So if you are one of the fashion enthusiasts and urge to keep your closet lined up with the latest trends, then you must visit the fashion capital at least once in a year.
To give your eyes a feast of aesthetics:
Paris has earned its name for being the most romantic city, and the major part of this comes from the aesthetics. Be it the cathedrals, the museums, the cafes, or the cemeteries; they are aesthetically pleasing. This even goes with the glasses of the cathedrals; the intricate designs on them gives them an entirely different texture. It is confusing if the city has everything that is so aesthetic or does the aura of the city make everything pleases the eye. Visiting Paris once shall surely give a myriad of shots to make your social media handle fancy and full of aesthetics.
To admire art:
Written in the pages of history, the French had quite a considerable role to play when it came to art. Be it impressionism, or the paintings during the French revolution; it is true that without the inputs of France, the face of art today would be very different. Many great painters, sculpturer, and writers belonged to the city of Paris. The museums in the city even today hold many paintings that are world classics. If you are an art admirer, who gets into the artist’s thought process upon seeing their work, then you certainly would not rue going to Paris.
There are hardly any things that an individual would not like about Paris, as everything in the city is adorable. So, the next time you take a vacation, do keep in mind the wonders.