Paris is undeniably one of the most beautiful cities in the world and the most visited receiving over 30 million visitors every year.
1. There Are 20 Districts In The City
Paris is segmented into 20 different arrondissements which can also be referred to as districts.
2. Paris Has An Underground City
Paris is undeniably a beautiful city but it also has darkness beneath its walls — a full city of darkness commonly known as the Paris underground city. This city is called “The Catacombs”. a dark place that holds over 6 million remains of Parisians.
3. Paris Has 5 Statues Of Liberty
Paris has a 5 replicas of the Statue of Liberty. The most known one is in New York which was gifted by the French.
4. Paris Has One Of The Most Famous Paintings In The World
Paris has one of the most famous paintings in the world; which is housed at the Louvre Museum. The “Monalisa by Leonardo da Vinci” is one of the most prestigious and famous paintings in the world. Even though the painting is popular, so many people are always surprised by how small it is when they see it in real life — it is 77 cm x 53 cm to be exact.
5. Paris Is Referred To As The City Of Light
The Nickname for Paris is “City of Light”. Paris is called the city of light because it was one of the first European cities to install street lights. This was commissioned by Louis XIV in the 17th century to put more light on the streets as a way of restoring the city’s safety that had deteriorated due to the recently concluded wars.
6. The Very First “Bloody Mary” Was Made In Paris
Bloody Mary cocktail was first made in the Paris. Till this day; it’s one of the most famous cocktails in the world. Although enjoyed all over the world; the drink originated in Paris.
7. Paris Doesn’t Have Any “STOP” Signs On Its Roads
Now if you come from a country whose roads are marked with “STOP” on every turn you make, you’re in for one big surprise. It’s one of the facts about Paris, France that blows everyone’s mind who hears about it.
8. Paris Has 450 Parks And Gardens
Paris has 450 parks and gardens spread across the city. The most famous parks are the Tuileries Garden and the Luxembourg Garden. No matter where you go in Paris; you can always relax and chill in a park or even enjoy a picnic.
