High-rise buildings and a high number of company head offices per square metre makes the area of La Defense, just on the edge of central Paris, a genuine Manhattan on the Seine.
Business people, tourists and enthusiasts of architecture rub shoulders here in a dynamic atmosphere which is characteristic of the mix of business and play in the capital.
In line with the historical centre of Paris, the Grande Arche is a modern version of the Arc de Triomphe built out of granite, glass and marble. It gives La Defense its character of a centre of modernity, contrasting with historical Paris which it surveys, only a short stone's throw away.
Another impressive architectural structure is the CNIT (Centre des Nouvelles Industries et Technologies) home to many prestigious congresses every year.
The 4 Temps shopping centre and its hundreds of stores are a favourite with visitors and office staff from La Defense, who are surprised to see 60 monumental works of art scattered here and there: the Thumb by the sculptor Cesar (12 metres high), Miro's characters or Alexandre Calder's large red stabile.
An urban visit to the gigantic district of La Defense is worth it just for the view of Paris at dusk.
PARIS - A few steps from the Arc de Triomphe and the Champs Elysees Avenue, close to the business district of La Defense, the Etoile Park Hotel Paris combines modern style with refinement. You will get a...
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PARIS - Two steps away from the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs Elysees, and the Palais des Congres, the Hotel Tilsitt Etoile Paris offers a privileged location for both business and leisure travelers with an...
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PARIS - A few yards from the Arc de Triomphe and the Champs Elysees, the charming Hotel Cecilia Paris offers a range of large, tastefully decorated and comfortable rooms, some with a balcony, all equipped...
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PARIS - A Few steps from the Arc de Triomphe and the Palais des Congres, the Hotel de Banville, combines the charm of the 1930's with top of the range modern design. The luxurious materials have been chosen...
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PARIS - Hotel Courcelles Etoile Paris is located in an upscale neighbourhood, the 17th district of Paris, a few steps from the Monceau Park and the Champs-Elysees. The hotel is easy to find, and is a...
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PARIS - The Hotel Montfleuri Paris, ideally located on the Grande Armee Avenue, just a few steps from the Champs Elysees and the Arc de Triomphe is a luxury hotel and as such a modern and contemporary style...
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PARIS - The Hotel Astrid Paris is situated close to the Champs Elysees avenue, near the Arc de Triomphe, the Palais des Congres and La Defense. The hotel's central position offers easy access to public...
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PARIS - Located within walking distance of the Champs-Elysees and near the Porte Maillot Congress Centre, the hotel Monceau Wagram Paris is a bright and modern hotel. Guests will be delighted to find...
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PARIS - Located in a quiet and small street in the heart of the 17th district, the charming Hotel Magellan Paris is only a few minutes walk from the Palais des Congres (Porte Maillot), close to the Arc de...
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