No other location manages to capture the heart and soul like the city of Paris. Beginning with the Romans, and spanning the centuries towards the Enlightenment and the modern day, it has played a starring role in European history, served as a muse for major works of film and literature, and today it represents the ultimate destination for world travellers seeking the finer things in life. From the historic halls of the Louvre to the indigenous artefacts on show at the Quai Branly, the city’s collection of museums cannot be surpassed. The golden lattices of the Eiffel Tower and the stately stonework of Haussmann’s buildings make it an architect’s delight. And it’s a Mecca for gourmands, a centre of innovation in the culinary arts that still manages to honour tradition with its legendary breads, pastries and chocolates. Take a leisurely stroll along the Seine or down one of the many winding streets to get lost in the magic of it all, with the Iron Lady sparkling in the distance, making it no mystery why Paris has been hailed the City of Light.