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Once you’ve gotten your Paris flights or found that wonderful Paris travel or vacation or hotel deal, you can take a deep sigh of relief.  Now you are ready to have fun, focus and explore.  You’ll soon see why Paris is the world’s top tourist destination.  Dijon, a day trip from Paris, is one such gem in France’s tourism crown.

Most people are familiar with the humorous Grey Poupon mustard commercials. When it comes to Dijon mustard, Grey Poupon is probably the most recognizable brand .  However, there is much about where this mustard originates from that people are unaware of. Beyond the influences of catchy condiment advertising is a region of refined culture and history.

Situated between France’s border with Switzerland and Paris , is the charming town of Dijon.  It was here that combinations of white wine and grape juice produced the uniquely flavored mustard of the same name .  Naturally, you will wish to get an original jar of the famous mustard to take back home, but what else can be seen here?

Architecture of Dijon

Just like many neighboring regions of France, Dijon claims some inspiring architecture as expressed through its churches. Often referred to as the “town of a hundred spires,” this quaint locale is home to a lovely assortment of churches and other religious buildings. Among these beautiful buildings is the La Chapelle de Elus, or Chapel of the Elected Representatives. Construction on the Chapelle began in 1738.  A tour of it presents an array of elegantly complex designs.  The intricately sculptured walls provide an air of refinement as you make your way through the lightly colored halls.

Shopping in Dijon

Dijon offers excellent shopping , a wonderful place to get presents to give to your friends and family after returning from your holiday in France . Here, visitors can find one of the famous Galeries Lafayette department stores. Located at 41, rue Liberté, this massive retailer offers a variety of items.  The La Toison d’Or is a second option for shoppers. There are also cafes , chic boutiques and tempting chocolate shops. Dijon only adds to the incentive to find cheap airfare to France so that you can spend more of your vacation dollars on shopping and gourmet treats!

Tour Philippe le Bon

The Tour Philippe le Bon, or “Good Philip’s Tower” stands at 46 meters and encircles the Dukes of Burgundy. The oldest portions of this historic structure date back to the 14th century. A trip up to the top of the tower provides you with a breathtaking photo opportunity. All around, the town of Dijon sprawls out before you.  Buildings range from the charmingly ordinary to the dramatically pointed steeples and finely rounded domes of churches.  Altogether creating an interesting skyline.  The ancient palace was demolished then later rebuilt in the seventeenth century, and currently is Dijon’s town hall. Many of the palace’s significant rooms, such as the vast reception halls and grand kitchens, were transformed into fine art museums.

A Bit of Wine with your Dijon?

Dijon, the capital of Burgundy is close to Burgundy’s world famous vineyards . Wine lovers must visit the Cote de Nuits and the Chateau du Clos de Vougeot. The wine cellars here date back to the twelve century, and when it is warm outside, these wine cellars provide a lovely, cool tour after roaming outside, taking in the beautifully vibrant vineyards. It goes without saying, no tour this region would be complete without the obligatory wine tasting as you explore the cellars.    
The Route des Grand Crus, or “Road of the Great Wines” runs through this area. Most famous of the wine produced are excellent red wines. As you can see, getting your Paris, France hotels selected and cheap flights to Paris, France in hand is just the beginning, Dijon and the rest of France beckon!

“Can one think that because we are engineers, beauty does not preoccupy us or that we do not try to build beautiful, as well as solid and long lasting structures? Aren’t the genuine functions of strength always in keeping with unwritten conditions of harmony? … Besides, there is an attraction, a special charm in the colossal to which ordinary theories of art do not apply.” – Gustave Eiffel

Staying in the picturesque and captivating city of Paris? Large numbers of people stay in the areas close to the iconic Eiffel Tower. Besides being an breath-taking place to visit, this region allows convenient access to the other districts of Paris.

The famousiron structure, the Eiffel Tower, was built in the years 1887 – 1889. The tower was named after designer and engineer, Gustave Eiffel. At 324m (to the top of the Antenna), the tower is the tallest structure in Paris. Located by the Seine River on the Champ de Mars, the Eiffel Tower offers an ideal way to view the breath-taking city of Paris.

In this article we will discuss some of the best places to stay in this amazing area of Paris.

3-star hotels: Alize Grenelle Hotel Paris
Alize Grenelle Hotel Paris is located in the heart of the Beaugerenelle-Charles Michels Centre, between the Eiffel Tower and the Porte De Versailles Exhibition Hall. The calmest side of Paris is also at the doorstep as well as both the Bois de Boulogne and the Champs de Mars. The hotel offers 50 air-conditioned guest rooms that are equipped to provide you with all the comforts.
Guests can enjoy buffet breakfast at the warmly decorated breakfast room or in the privacy of the room. For your comfort and welfare, there is a spacious lounge with a quiet and cosy atmosphere.

3-star hotels: Inter Hotel La Bourdonnais Paris, Eiffel Tower, Paris
This charming property offers excellent and friendly service with the highest standards of accommodation to make your stay a memorable one.

Situated between the bridges of Alma and Iena, Inter Hotel La Bourdonnais Paris is close to the Eiffel Tower and the Champ-de-Mars, Trocadero Gardens as well as the Rodin Museum.

The hotel offers comfortable rooms that are tastefully designed and elegantly decorated as well as come with an array of modern amenities.

Guests can start their day with a scrumptious breakfast served at the cosy breakfast room.

At leisure, guests can explore the city and its attractions or relax at the lobby, which is also an ideal place to meet friends.

3-star hotels: Pierre & Vacances City Tour Eiffel Paris, Paris
Offering comfortable accommodation and convenient facilities, the Pierre and Vacances City Tour Eiffel Paris provides you with all of the quality amenities to make your stay a memorable one.

This luxurious aparthotel is located in the very heart of the capital with panoramic view over Paris. In the 15th arrondissement, this property is ideally situated to benefit from Parisian life. During leisure, you can stroll through the lively squares and shops, which are nearby.

The aparthotel boasts 375 apartments, from the studio to the 2-bedroom apartments, fitted with luxury equipment.

You can begin your day with the delicious breakfast served at the in-house cosy breakfast room.

The property provides 2 seminar guest rooms and 10 sub-committee guestrooms as well as a business corner for people travelling on business purposes. The extensive leisure facilities include a fitness area with swimming pool, cardio-training room, hammam and jacuzzi’s.

Ladurée macaroons

On the trail of one of the most luxurious bars in Paris? Staying in luxurious paris apartments? Have you got some cash in your back pocket? If so, lucky you! Can’t you hear a special bar in the centre of Parisian nightlife that is calling you to go there as we speak. That bar is called: “Ladurée le Bar” and can be found at 75 avenue des Champs-Élysées Paris VIII or 13 rue Lincoln Paris VIII (Tel: 01 40 75 08 75).

Since having opened in September 2008, Ladurée le Bar has been a big success with Parisians alike. Having reached the top in terms of delicious sweets and treats, Ladurée saw fit to expand into a new and booming market and opened Le Bar. Offering a mouthwatering menu of savoury dishes as well as a sumptuous cocktail to complement, it goes without saying that Le Bar is the ultimate in sophistication.

The décor is fantastic. If only my paris accommodation looked like this bar! The bar is made from resin and undulates in the middle of the room, illuminated by a set of sparkly blue lights. Created by designer and antiques dealer Roxane Rodriguez, is a flamoboyant neo Art Nouveau creation and nothing like the traditional dining room of the original Ladurée patisserie which has a more old fashioned feel. This beautiful bar has stained glass windows with trapped butterflies and pretty little fairy lights.

After the overall stunning appearance of the bar comes the menu, which you are bound to gaze at in amazement. The organic pumpkin soup with royal scampi, blue Breton lobster carpaccio and loin of veal carpaccio is simply to die for. Try the “Millefeuille framboise” you won’t regret it, made from caramelized puff pastry, cream and succelent raspberries, you won’t be disappointed.

Ladurée has come so far that it now has a tea salon, restaurant, pastry shop, chocolate shop, ice cream parlour and a fantastic bar serving its trademark delicious macaroon cocktail. A trip to Ladurée can put a smile on anyone’s face, and a couple of purchases wouldn’t go a miss too.