Ah, beautiful Paris. For centuries this city has attracted the admiration¹ of the world. The allure² and charm of Paris captivate all who visit there.

 

When you visit Paris, you don't have to spend all of your time visiting museums and monuments. They are certainly worthy³ of your time, but ignore them for a day. First take some time to look around and experience life in Paris. You'll find it charming.

 

Take a stroll along the Seine River. Browse⁴ through the art vendors⁵, colorful paintings. Peek⁶ through delicate iron gates at the well-kept gardens. Watch closely for the French attention to detail that has made France synonymous with good taste. You will see it in the design of a doorway⁷ or arch and in the little fountains and quaint⁸ balconies. No matter where you look, you will find everyday objects transformed into works by art.

 

Spend some time in a quiet park relaxing on an old bench. Lie on your back on the green grass. When you need refreshment⁹, try coffee and pastries¹⁰ at a sidewalk cafe. Strike up a conversation with a Parisian. This isn't always easy, though. With such a large international population living in Paris, true natives are hard to find these days.

 

As evening comes to Paris, enchantment¹¹ rises with the mist over the riverfront. You may hear music from an outdoor concert nearby: classical, jazz, opera or chansons, those French folk songs. Parisians love their music. The starry¹² sky is their auditorium¹³. You can also hear concerts in the chateaux and cathedrals. In Paris the Music never ends.

 

Don't miss the highlight of Paris evening: eating out. Parisians are proud of their cuisine¹⁴. And rightly so; it's world famous. Gourmet¹⁵ dining is one of the indispensable joys of living. You need a special guidebook to help you choose one of the hundreds of excellent restaurants. The capital of France boasts every regional specialty¹⁶, cheese and wine the country has to offer. If you don't know what to order, ask for the suggested menu. The chef likes to showcase his best dishes there. Remember, you haven't tasted the true flavor of France until you've dined at a French restaurant in Paris.

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