Montmartre

Montmartre is to Paris what Manhattan is to New York! Second in popularity only to the Eiffel Tower, this quaint little hillock is worth a climb during an excursion to this romantic city. Perched right on top, is the world-famous Basilique du Sacre-Coeur, whose grace and beauty awes even the most hardened atheists. The climb may be a bit strenuous, but the panoramic views of a city steeped in history, war and romance are your prize for the effort. Along the way, you can find jugglers, fire eaters, mime artists, and famed accordion players, synonymous with France. Erstwhile Montmartre was home to artists like Monet and Van Gogh, who painted some of their most fascinating artworks here. Even today, artists can seen along the cobbled streets with canvases and paintbrushes, painting up a riot of colors.