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Paris and Ile-de-France

Located in the region of Île-de-France the north central part of France, this beautiful capital of France, is no doubt one of the most magnificent cities in the world. A magnet for writers and artists, Paris is also extremely popular with tourists and welcomes over 75 million tourists each year.

Paris is fondly referred to as the 'City of Love' or the ‘City of Lights'. Its diverse architecture includes of course Notre Dame, the Louvre, the Arc de Triomphe and the Sacré Coeur as well as the many castles and the royal palace of Fontainebleau, which began its life as a hunting lodge during the twelfth century. The gardens of Fontainebleau are carefully manicured and include a large carp pond where visitors can witness the feeding frenzy when they throw their baguettes in to the pond.

A visit to Paris would not be complete without viewing The Eiffel Tower (Tour Eiffel) once seen as an eyesore - but now a city icon and one of the most visited monuments in France.

In the country that has influenced international cuisine more than any other, Paris is no disappointment for those seeking a place to eat. Noted for its sauces that enhance the texture and flavour of food, herbs and spices are largely used in French cooking, not to mention butter and cream!

The Latin Quarter is a favorite place to visit with plenty of things to see and do. To make best use of time if you are in Paris for a short visit, the Paris Yellow Bus Tours are a good way to make the best of this wonderful city.