Paris Affair #photosabroad

Tripoto
27th Dec 2018
Photo of Paris Affair #photosabroad by AAMNA MISHRA

Stay in Montmartre which was once a hilltop village with the best views of Paris.

Sacré-Cœur Basilica is the second highest point of the city and if you climb till the dome (by paying a certain amount) you'll experience a spectacular view including the Eiffel Tower, the Montparnasse Tower, the Panthéon and more.

Photo of Sacré-Cœur, rue du Chevalier-de-La-Barre, Paris, France by AAMNA MISHRA

Right next to the Basilica is the Sinking House of Montmartre

Photo of Sacré-Cœur, rue du Chevalier-de-La-Barre, Paris, France by AAMNA MISHRA

Walk down for 5 mins to see Le mur des Je T'aime, meaning 'I Love You' written 311 times in 250 languages in mural of tiles on a wall in a small garden

Photo of Sacré-Cœur, rue du Chevalier-de-La-Barre, Paris, France by AAMNA MISHRA

Witness an open art gallery called Place du terte.

Photo of Sacré-Cœur, rue du Chevalier-de-La-Barre, Paris, France by AAMNA MISHRA

La Maison Rose is one of the most iconic buildings in Montmartre even before social media hyped it.

Photo of Sacré-Cœur, rue du Chevalier-de-La-Barre, Paris, France by AAMNA MISHRA
Day 2

Start early by visiting the Eiffel Tower. Metro is the most convenient and cheap way to get around the city.

Undoubtedly the most romantic spot with an unblovked view of the Eiffel Tower

Photo of Champ de Mars, Allée Adrienne Lecouvreur, Paris, France by AAMNA MISHRA

While entry to Cathedral Notre-Dame is free there is a fee to climb the towers for a great view of the city

Photo of Notre Dame, Paris, France by AAMNA MISHRA

Right opposite the Cathedral lies this legendary book store. It is so mesmerising that even a non reader will not leave empty handed

Photo of Shakespeare and Company Café, Rue de la Bûcherie, Paris, France by AAMNA MISHRA

Known for it's cylindrical striped columns. You can also enjoy a small picnic lunch at the garden.

Photo of Palais-Royal, Paris, France by AAMNA MISHRA

Largest art museum in the world and a historic monument in Paris

Photo of Louvre Museum, Rue de Rivoli, Paris, France by AAMNA MISHRA
Day 3

Le Marias : Spread across 3rd and 4th arrondissements is an old jewish quarter with antique buildings, narrow twisty lanes and famous for its falafels

A quiet park surrounded by a square with shops, artwork and restaurants

Photo of Place des Vosges, Paris, France by AAMNA MISHRA

A tiny cobbler shop turned cafe

Photo of Cordonnerie, Rue du Pont aux Choux, Paris, France by AAMNA MISHRA

Rue des Rosiers is filled with some amazing food options and this one is an affordable gem which serves sweet and savoury crepes.

Photo of La Droguerie, Rue des Rosiers, Paris, France by AAMNA MISHRA

Conceptualised store consisting designer furniture, clothing brands, accessories, books and cafe

Photo of Merci, Boulevard Beaumarchais, Paris, France by AAMNA MISHRA

Probably the shortest street you'll ever witness. Very popular for it's adorable pastel colour houses.

Photo of Rue Crémieux, Paris, France by AAMNA MISHRA

Montparnasee Tower Observation Deck is on of Europe's tallest buildings with a panoramic view of the entire city.

Photo of Montparnasse, Paris, France by AAMNA MISHRA