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In 52 BCE, who conqured Paris
Julius Ceaser and the mighty Roman Empire.
What became a regional center for the western Roman Empire through the Middle Ages?
Paris
Who became king of France in 987.
Hugh Capet (the Count of Paris).
When did the citizens of Paris declare themselves an independent commune? And under who's leadership?
1355
Under the leadership of Etienne Marcel.
What started the French Revolution and when did this event happen?
1789
Citizens of France United to storm the Bastille (Jail in Paris).
France is the _____ west European country.
Largest
How big is France?
Only about 4/5 the size of Texas.
How many mountains and hills are in France?
2/3 of France
What’s the highest point in France?
Mount Blanc.
Where is Mount Blanc?
It runs across the border of France and Italy.
How many regions is France divided into? How many are overseas?
13 regions
5 overseas
How many départements are Frances regions divided into?
101
Paris is the ____ and the ____city
Capital
largest
Paris is at the ____ of the ______ region (or Paris Region).
heart
Île-de-France
Paris is home of what?
Louvre museum
Notre Dame
The Eiffel Tower.
How many tourists visit Paris per year?
about 42 million
When did the Gauls of Parisii settle on the Îl-de-France?
Around 200 BCE.
What did the Gauls of Parisii start when they settled and where?
A fishing village, right on the Il de la Cité, where Notre Dame Cathedral is located today.
What was the city, Paris, known for in the Ancient days?
Lutèce
Who were the Parisii?
They were a Celtic group who made their name on the island.
The Parisii were primarily what? When did they appear in the area of France?
Primarily boatsmen and traders
Appeared as early as 250 BCE
Why was Paris named “Paris”?
Because of the Parisii.
Why was the Arc de Trimophe built?
In honor of those who fought in the French Revolution.
What is one of the most famous monuments in France?
The Arc de Triomphe
Where is the Arc de Triomphe located?
In Paris, alongside the Seine River.
What does the vault of the Arc de Triomphe contain?
The tomb of the unknown soldier.
What basilica is the Roman Catholic basilica?
Basilica de Sacre Coeur
Where is the Basilica de Sacre Coeur located?
The highest point in Paris.
What does the Basilica de Sacre Coeur house?
a very large pipe organ.
How do tourists have to dress when visiting the Basilica de Sacre Coeur?
Appropriately
What do the visitors do when visiting the Basilica de Sacre Coeur?
Some are just tourists, others come to pray.
What is one of the largest museums?
The Louvre
The Louvre has the most visited ____in the world
art
Where is the Louvre located?
Along the Seine River.
When was the Eiffel Tower built?
1889
What is the tallest structure in Paris?
The Eiffel Tower
How many levels can tourists visit in the Eiffel Tower?
3 levels
The first __ ____ are accessible by ____.
2 levels
stairs
The third level is accessible by what?
The elevator.
How many restaurants are in the Eiffel Tower?
2 restaurants
Where is the Notre Dame Cathedral located?
Îl de la Cité; on an island in the middle of the Seine River, in the very heart of Paris, France
What is the Notre Dame Cathedral home of?
Home to the Archbishop of Paris in the Roman Catholic Church.
What type of agriculture style is the Notre Dame Cathedral?
Gothic
When did construction begin for the Notre Dame Cathedral?
1163
How old is the Notre Dame Cathedral?
Close to 900 years old!
Can you enter the Notre Dame Cathedral?
Yes. You can enter.
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