Month: June 2023

Discovering Paris: A Journey into the Heart of European Culture The French capital Paris is one of the most important cities in Europe and one of the leading centers for art, fashion, gastronomy and culture worldwide. The cityscape is characterized by 19th-century architecture, wide boulevards and the Seine. In addition to landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and the 12th-century Gothic Notre-Dame Cathedral, Paris is also known for its café culture and fashion boutiques on Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré. With around 2.15 million inhabitants, Paris is the fourth largest city in the Europe. With over 12.5 million people, the metropolitan area is the largest metropolitan area in the EU.     Today's Paris developed from the 3rd century BC. BC from the Celtic settlement "Lutetia" on the Île de la Cité. Later, the Romans built a city on the Seine, which initially became a main residence of the Frankish Empire in the 6th century. Paris experienced a heyday of art and culture in the 16th century under Franz I. Through absolutism, especially under Louis XIV in the 17th century, the city was enriched with numerous baroque buildings and boulevards and thus became an exemplary model for baroque urban development. Although the royal residence was moved to Versailles in 1682, it remained the center of the country due to its political and economic importance. With the French Revolution in 1789, it gained world-historical significance. Industrialization led to an enormous increase in population in the 19th century, so that in 1846 the one million inhabitants mark was exceeded for the first time. In the following decades, the city gained worldwide attention through the so-called Belle Époque and six world exhibitions.   Paris is renowned for its unique and enchanting atmosphere that captivates both locals and visitors alike. Strolling through the city streets, one