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What can be said about Paris that most people have not already heard? Beautiful, inspiring, and romantic are all accurate descriptions of the world's most recognizable city. Paris has something for everyone, whether you are a romantic, a historical or architectural buff, an art connoisseur, or one who delights in culinary excellence. Notre Dame, the Eiffel Tower, the River Seine, as well as inspired poetry all interweave to provide the visitor with a plethora of sensations to tantalize and delight. ...
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The City of Light, as it is also know, has an incredibly colorful history that is evident in the streets, roads and buildings. Even though Parisians are not known for speaking English, they still usually hold a kind smile. Everyone who lives or visits Paris realizes that it is truly a special place.
Paris is also home to the fashion corridor featuring some of the world's most recognizable designers such as Christian Dior, Chanel, and Eves St. Laurent, to name just a few renowned designers of this fashion capital. Not to be out done, Paris is also world famous for its culinary talents. High-end restaurants cater to the wealthy while bistros and cafes offer wonderful fair at reasonable prices for the casual tourists. The wonderful pastries are plentiful and Parisian restaurants offer up seemingly endless varieties to sooth the pallet. Wine is also taken very serious in France and rightly so as some of the best wines in the world come from this region. Wine is served plentifully in the cafes and restaurants in Paris.
Paris is truly a remarkable place that has something for everyone. Transportation can be a bit confusing as Paris is very large (population of over 2 million) but there are many ways to get around including a massive underground system as well as bus, rail, and vehicle options. Cyclists and pedestrians can get around relatively easily and you never know what treasure will appear before you just around the next corner.
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The currency used in Paris, France is the Euro.
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The climate in Paris, France ranges between 5°C in the winter and 20°C in summer.
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The voltage used is 230V.
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The language spoken in Paris, France is French.
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The time zone in Paris, France is GMT (UTC) +1.
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Documents required to visit Paris
Canadian Citizens please click here
Non-Canadian citizens please contact the consulate or embassy for information.
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