The Seine river

I thought it might be nice to write a little about different parts of Paris! After all, I know the city well, having lived there for a long time. My Paris is not a city of luxury, but it is one of beauty and diversity.

Like so many other cities, Paris was built around a river. The Seine river has got two islands in the middle of it, one of which is called the "Ile de la cité", but way back it was called "Lutèce" and the city actually consisted of this island.

On the island, the very well known Notre Dame cathedral is found. Along the riversides, it is nice to go for a stroll. Especially in summertime, there are so many things happening here! Artists are painting, dancing is organised, and musicians are singing and playing... There are restaurants inside some of the boats, but bringing your own snack here is equally nice!

On the St. Louis island, famous ice cream vendors are selling their italian gelato, and why not have your gelato by the Seine, overlooking the cathedral? When the weather allows it, of course.