| What
a magnificent aerial view! The mighty monuments of the
proud metropolis tell of the splendour of its bygone days.
Churches crowned by cupolas, magnificent churches, majestic
gardens, twisting alleys and elegant boulevards bring
the history of Paris back to life. Then there are the
signs of a more modern era: the steel finger of the Eiffel
Tower pointing towards the skies.
When built a little over a hundred years ago, it had been
mocked and derided. Today it is the symbol par excellence
of the city. Still, the Eiffel Tower is but the forerunner
of the glass giants that are today dominating the skyline,
such as La Défense, a futuristic suburb on the
western edge of the city. |