Paris, France

Historic Sites & Landmarks in Paris, France

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  • Notre-Dame Cathedral Paris, France 1296

    One of the most famous cathedrals in the world, Notre-Dame Cathedral is an Early Gothic beauty famed for its historical importance, fascinating sculpture, and medieval stained glass.

  • Hôtel de Ville Paris, France 1874-82
  • Pont Neuf Paris, France
  • Arc de Triomphe Paris, France 1806-36

    One of the most famous monuments in Paris, the Roman-style Arc de Triomphe was commissioned by Napoleon in 1806 to celebrate military victories and honor the memories of fallen soldiers.

  • Musee d'Orsay Paris, France 1898-1900
  • Centre Pompidou Paris, France 1971-77

    Named for the President of France (1969-74) who commissioned the building, the Centre Pompidou was completed in 1977 as an arts and cultural center. It is a notable example of high-tech, “inside-out” architecture.

  • Church of Saint-Sulpice Paris, France 1646-1780

    Dubbed the “Cathedral of the Rive Gauche,” Saint-Sulpice is one of the largest churches in Paris. It was constructed sporadically between 1646 and 1745 in the Late Baroque style.

  • Louvre Museum Paris, France 1793 (museum opened)

    Housed in a grand 16th- to 19th-century palace stretching along the Seine River, the Musée du Louvre (Louvre Museum) in Paris is one of the largest and most important museums in the world, displaying over 300,000 objects.

  • Grand Palais Paris, France 1897-1900

    Like the neighboring Petit Palais, the Grand Palais was built for the Universal Exposition in Paris in 1900. Ever since, it has hosted art and technology exhibitions as well as occasional sporting events.

  • Cité Metro Station Paris, France 1910
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