This chapter explores the history of Paris, from its origins as a settlement of fishermen to its modern status as a global tourist destination and economic center. Key landmarks and cultural aspects are highlighted.
Founded around 300 BC by Parisi fishermen
Became Lutetia under Roman rule
Major city in the Middle Ages, then declined after the Black Death and religious wars
Became important again during the Enlightenment
Site of the French Revolution
Home to iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre Museum