Paris - The City Of Lights (Have You Visited Today?)

Have you been to Paris? If you have not, below are some fascinating facts about this wonderful city which you might be keen to know why is it so popular not only with the French people, but also English, German and Spanish tourists.

Paris, being the capital city of France, or most famously nicknamed as "The City Of Lights", is one of the largest cities in Europe. Located in the north of the country on the river Seine, it has the reputation of being the most beautiful and romantic of all cities, brimming with historical associations and remaining vastly influential in the realms of culture, art, fashion, food and design.

Paris has remained the most popular tourist destination in the world, with over 30 million foreign visitors per year. There are numerous iconic landmarks among its many attractions, along with world famous institutions and popular parks.

In the world of business, Paris is today one of the world's leading business and cultural centres, and its influence in politics, education, entertainment, media, fashion, science and the arts all contribute to its status as one of the world's major global cities. The Paris Region is France's foremost centre of economic activity. With €500.8 billion (US$628.9 billion), it produced more than a quarter of the gross domestic product (GDP) of France in 2006. The Paris Region hosts 36 of the Fortune Global 500 companies in several business districts, notably La Défense, the largest purpose-built business district in Europe. Paris also hosts many international organizations such as UNESCO, the OECD, the ICC and the informal Paris Club.

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