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A June 2004 trip to Paris by leopardgrrrl88

Notre Dame Photo - Cathédrale Notre-Dame, Paris, France More Photos
Quote: This journal highlights the week I spent in France during the summer of 2004.
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Hard Rock Café Best of IgoUgo

Restaurant | "Hard Rock Cafe"

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This Hard Rock Cafe was a neat experience. I really enjoyed the atmosphere, which was very similar to the Hard Rock Cafes of America. If you are in the mood for a break from French cuisine, try the Hard Rock.

Member Rating 3 out of 5 on July 14, 2005

Hard Rock Café
14, Boulevard Montmartre
Paris, France 75009
+33 (1) 53 24 60 00

Cathédrale Notre-Dame Best of IgoUgo

Attraction | "Notre Dame Cathedral"

Notre Dame Photo - Cathédrale Notre-Dame, Paris, France
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Notre Dame. There is only one word that even comes close to granting justice as a description of this cathedral: stunning. The architecture on the outside is ornate and somewhat formidable-looking, but is positively amazing. Inside, the cathedral is just as beautiful. When you enter, there is an area where you can light a candle in memory of a loved one, which is a cool thing to do. I lit one in memory of my grandmother there- after all, how many people have the chance to say they lit a candle in remembrance of a loved one at Notre Dame? If you can, listen in on a tour group's guide outside of the cathedral to learn fascinating history about it. Inside the guides don't really talk out of re...Read More

Member Rating 3 out of 5 on July 14, 2005

Cathédrale Notre-Dame
6, place du Parvis-de-Notre-Dame
Paris, France 75004
+33 (1) 42 34 56 10

Fountain at Versailles Photo - Palace of Versailles (Chateau de Versailles), Versailles, France
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Versailles, the palace of the Sun King, is amazing. I was not all that impressed by the actual palace, which is huge and gaudily decorated. However, I was infatuated by one room in this magnificent structure - the Hall of Mirrors. The Hall of Mirrors is such an important piece of history, and it felt amazing to stand in the very room in which the Treaty of Versailles was signed. I could almost picture being in this hall when that famous event occurred. Even better than the palace itself are the grounds on which it stands. The gardens, fountains, flora and fauna, and statues were positively gorgeous. This is a location where you could easily return a second day and still have things left to s...Read More

Member Rating 5 out of 5 on July 14, 2005

Palace of Versailles (Chateau de Versailles)
20 Km Sw Of Paris
Versailles, France
01 30 83 78 00

Montmartre Best of IgoUgo

Attraction

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I did not have much time to spend at Montmartre, but I highly recommend taking the time to get there. It is an artsy area where you can have sketches of yourself done and buy a variety of artwork at fairly reasonable prices. Be sure to see the beautiful white building on the hill if you go to Montmartre.

Member Rating 3 out of 5 on July 14, 2005

Montmartre

Paris, France

Eiffel Tower Best of IgoUgo

Attraction

Looking Down Photo - Eiffel Tower, Paris, France
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The Eiffel Tower is a wonderful sight. I didn't realize that it was actually brown in color until I visited it in person. I expected the Eiffel Tower to be large, but it is almost overwhelmingly huge. Of course this is a must-see spot if you are in Paris; just be sure that you have time to wait in long lines. As you climb to the different levels, take the time to stop on each one and look down at the city surrounding you. It is a magnificent sight, and by doing this at various levels, you get a sense of how high you really are as you climb, because you can see the change in the size of objects as you continue your climb. Helpful hint: Take a jacket with you on your climb, because it gets chi...Read More

Member Rating 5 out of 5 on July 15, 2005

Eiffel Tower
Champ De Mars
Paris 75007

Seine Best of IgoUgo

Attraction | "Seine Boat Tour"

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The boat tours on the Seine are fun outings. You get a great view of Paris, and if you want a narrated version of the tour, that option is available. I had a nice relaxing time on the tour. Just be sure to bring a jacket if you sit on the outside of the boat.

Member Rating 3 out of 5 on July 23, 2005

Seine
Avenue Eisenhower
Paris, France 75008

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