Paris monuments and hallmarks. Montmartre
and the Church of the Sacred Heart : The Romano-Byzantine basilica crowns the
Montmartre hill. Its construction began in 1875 and was completed in 1914. Admission
is free, except for the crypt and dome (about EUR 5). For a fun ride, go to the
Anvers metro station, walk to "Rue Tardieu" and take the "funiculaire"
(a one-car train which brings you almost to the top of the hill). Montmartre itself
used to be a village outside Paris. The hill is famous for its architectural landmarks,
its artistic life, and more recently, for 'Amelie'. It counts no less than 7 museums!
Sainte Chapelle : Located on Ile de la Cité, the construction of this gothic
church started under Louis IX in 1240 AD to house relics believed to be Jesus's
Crown of Thorns and parts of the Holy Cross. Amongst other remarkable details,
the tall stained-glass windows which are mainly original work. Admission is about
EUR 6. Opening hours: 10:00AM-5:00PM.
