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Benedictine and Franciscan Monks: Forgotten Inventors

   Usually, when we think of religious orders, these things come to mind: a cloister, an abbey, a library, prayer in solitude, detachment from the world… All this in the cradle of a period defined as "dark" by historiography up to Romanticism: the Middle Ages . In this period the monks - especially the Benedictines of the various orders - were the custodians of Judeo-Christian but also classical culture, since thanks to their patient and meticulous transcriptions as scribes we have received almost all of the Greek and Latin works which we study today. Today we are grateful to them first of all for this.   However, many do not know that many products - material and immaterial - that we consume and use every day, come from monks who, using their ingenuity nourished by a profound spirituality, invented them due to practical necessities.    Personally, I find it amazing!    Let's begin…   The heavy plow   Plows were a primary agri...
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Paris: What to Visit

 


 Paris has always been one of the most sought-after destinations for world tourism and considered one of the most evocative and romantic cities in the world.

 Many tourists go there for the first time, with the intention of not missing out on the unmissable musts of the French capital, but many others, passionate and experts on the destination, return several times over the years, in search of original and unusual places and new aspects and emotions that the capital can offer.

A city rich in culture, art, style and romance, Paris offers its visitor absolutely unique places. But which are the ones that you will be able to discover in the little time available to you and that you absolutely must not miss?

 From the world famous Eiffel Tower to the more unusual Paris of the Canal St-Martin, there are so many things to do in Paris and things to see in Paris and one way or another it will always be a difficult task to structure an itinerary that you can judge " business suit "…. unless you are a lucky traveler with a few months ahead of you to discover the city!

 If you are reflecting and hesitating about what to see in Paris, the first thing we recommend is to select the various stops taking into account your main interests and to personalize your itinerary. Secondly, always leave yourself some time available in which to simply not make "plans", taking the time to experience Paris, to breathe it and to walk through its streets and squares, immersing yourself in the flow of the vie parisienne. This is how you will be able to grasp its most diverse and surprising aspects.

 


 Depending on whether you are travelers in love looking for a romantic weekend or whether you are planning a family trip, we offer you our selection of the best places to visit in Paris, with the main monuments, squares, avenues and other places of interest of the City of Light. A guide to the main tourist attractions of the city, with descriptions, practical information, maps and suggestions for the visitor.

 Let's start with the 10 top attractions that you just can't miss, a selection aimed at travelers who visit Paris for the first time and don't want to give up its unmissable monuments!

 1.       TOUR EIFFEL

Born as a temporary structure for the Universal Exhibition of 1889, the Eiffel Tower has been the symbol of Paris for over 130 years! 


 2.       MUSEE D’ORSAY

An unmissable museum that houses works belonging to different artistic movements, including impressionism. 


3.       ÎLE DE LA CITE

The islet that rises on the Seine in the heart of Paris and is home to the Notre Dame cathedral, the Sainte-Chapelle and the Conciergerie. It is the geographical and historical center of the city. 

4.       ARCH OF TRIUMPH

Inspired by the arches of antiquity, this emblematic monument houses the tomb of the unknown soldier, whose flame is renewed every evening. and offers a unique view of the Champs Élysées, the most beautiful avenue in the world. 


5.       LATIN NEIGHBORHOOD

Here we are in one of the most famous neighborhoods of the city, a multicolored area. The name derives from the historical function of the neighborhood, that of a study center. It is here, in fact, that the Parisian university has been based since the 12th century. 


6.       LOUVRE MUSEUM

Welcome to the most famous museum in the world, which houses some of the greatest masterpieces of ancient and modern art. 


7.       NOTRE DAME

In the heart of Paris, on an island inhabited since ancient times, where the river meets the city, there is one of the most poetic monuments of Lutetia... the Notre Dame cathedral. With precious rose windows and melodious shapes, this church represents one of the most beautiful monuments in Paris. 


8.       MONTMARTRE

The Montmartre hill retained the appearance of a village dotted with mills and lush vineyards until the early 1900s.

9.       PLACE DES VOSGES

Welcome to one of the most delightful places in Paris, built according to the "closed square" model, completely surrounded by buildings built according to a unique project and style.

10.   CHAMPS ELYSEES

One of the most famous walks in the world but also one of the most popular landmarks in the French capital.

 



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Hello, I’m Isabel Baiocchi. I am 15 and I’m in the third year at high school. I’m glad to take part in this project because it’s interesting and truly amazing! This blog is giving me the opportunity to improve my writing skills in English while dealing with topics I love.
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