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The capital and largest city of France

Paris is the capital and largest city of . It is situated on the river Seine, at the heart of the Île-de-France region. The city of Paris has a populaiton of over 2 millions. The whole urban area has a populaiton of over 10 millions.

Paris is today one of the world's leading business and cultural centres. From a touristic point of view, the city has a lot to offer.

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catacombs of paris: should tickets be purchased in advance?

I'd like to see the Catacombs of Paris in September 2017. It appears that tickets can be purchased in advance from http://b12-gat.apps.paris.fr/accueil.aspx ... is the demand such that purchasing tickets in advance is necessary if you want to see…
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Is the 9th arrondissement of Paris only a tourist neighborhood?

I heard from a Parisien guy that most locals avoid the centre of Paris. I'm looking to stay in Paris for a few days, but I don't like to stay too close to attractions (just close enough to go walking for some of them), because when you stay too…
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How to decide which way to go up the Eiffel tower?

You can take the stairs up to the second level, then lifts up to the top. Or you can take lifts straight to the top. I am thinking of avoiding the queue if I choose the stairs first. How much time can you save this way? I think it would be a lovely…
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Layover at Charles-de-Gaulle airport in March-April 2021

I am an Indian citizen living in Geneva as a student with B-permit. I will be going back home for a month. I have a layover at Charles-de-Gaulle airport in Paris for around 16 hours. Am I allowed to leave the airport and visit the city, apart from…
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What are the 'hidden' parts of Paris worth visiting/experiencing?

After living in Paris for nearly three years I am about to move back to London in two months time. I'd like to do a few new things before I go and would welcome any suggestions that aren't the usual tourist/guidebook fair. Restaurants, museums,…
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Navigo at Orly airport

I am arriving at Orly airport. 1- Can anyone tell me if i can get the carte decouverte there and charge it for the week ( mon-sun) . If yes can you please precise where . Thx in advance.
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What is the name for the tall concrete tower in the southwest of Paris?

I don't have a picture of it, but there is a very tall round cylindrical building that looks like a giant vent because it doesn't have any windows except for some openings at the top. But it's not in the list of the tallest buildings and it's…
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