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Paris, the capital of France, is rich in culture, romance and history. These famous tourists’ attraction draw nearly 30 million visitors around the globe per year and following are the famous landmarks that these travelers adore to see and indulge in. Following are few of the renowned places that are a must to visit while roaming in Paris.
The Church of Notre Dame
With the construction starting from 1163 till 1250, Notre Dame Cathedral, also known to be ‘Our Lady of Paris’, is a perfect paradigm of French architect, stained glass work and culture. Having over 13 million visitors per year, this Catholic cathedral holds the official chair of the Archbishop of Paris. The five renowned bells of this refined Gothic church, the exquisite art work on glass, the famous Portals of the cathedral depicting a tribute to Virgin Mary, and the line of 28 kings of Israel and Judah are rated as a must-to-see while sightseeing.
The Eiffel Tower
Named after Gustave Eiffel, the Eiffel Tower is 300.51 m in height, making itself the tallest building in France. Made out of puddle iron in 1889 for the Paris Exposition, Eiffel Tower attracts millions of tourists annually. It is perhaps the place most paid for visiting around the globe and tourists are appealed by the meticulously angled metallic structure. Giving its global eminence, the landmark is used in media as well as in games.
La Conciergie
In earlier times, La Conciergie was a royal palace used by the Kings of France until they shifted to the Louvre. After then, it was turned into prison in 1391. Due to its roots, it is still used for judicial matters. Read the full story
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Some buildings are built for higher purpose, which make them famous and unique. These buildings become an identity of a country. Here is an account of some of these buildings.
1. The Giza Pyramids
Giza pyramids are the only ancient wonders left in the world. They were built during Third and Fourth Dynasty as tombs for three pharaohs. The oldest of the three pyramids was built between 2551 and 2531 BC by Khufu. The second one was built between 2558 and 2532 BC by Khufu’s grand son Khafre and the third one belongs to Menkaure, Khafre’s son. It was completed around 2490 BC.
These pyramids have intrigued the mankind for centuries. They were the tallest buildings of the world until 1300, when Lincoln Cathedral was built.
2. Taj Mahal
Taj Mahal is a symbol of a man’s love for his wife and is a crown jewel of India. It was built as a tomb of Emperor Aurungzeb’s third wife, who died while giving birth to their fourteenth child. Its construction started in 1632. It took 20000 workers and craftsmen to build Taj Mahal. It was completed in 1648. Emperor is also buried beside his wife.
It was protected by Indian government in World War II by erecting scaffoldings around it to misguide the German and Japanese bombers. Nowadays it is under the threat of acid rain and pollution in the Agra city, which is turning its white marble yellow.
3. The Colosseum
One of the most distinguishing feats achieved by the Ancient Romans was the construction of Colosseum. It was imagined by Emperor Vespasian. He funded its construction from the vast treasure seized during the Great Jewish Revolt in 70 AD.
Its construction began between 70 and 72 AD. It was three story arena and gathers 50000 spectators. Its construction was completed in 80 AD and was officially opened by Titus, son of Vespasian. It was used for mock sea battles, animal hunt and public spectacles. Later, it was used as a fortress, a quarry and a Christian shrine. Nowadays it is a popular tourist attraction in Rome.
4. Hagia Sophia
Hagia Sophia was built between 532 and 537 by byzantine on the 4th century’s church site. It is situated in Istanbul, formerly known as Constantinople.
It has a huge 102 foot dome which is 182 feet high. Other features are countless mosaics, the marble doors, the loge of Empress, library of Sultan Mahmud 1 and the marble jars. The first church was built in 360 by Emperor Constantine. Later, second church was built by his son, Theodosius in 405. In 532, Hagia Sophia was built by Justinian. It was the third and the last church.
In 1453, Constantinople was conquered by Sultan Mehmet II. He turned it into a mosque. Other Sultans made various additions later on.
5. Eiffel Tower
Eiffel Tower was designed by Gustave Eiffel. It was built between 1887 and 1889 in Paris. Read the full story
