Day 1, Paris: Hidden Gem on the Seine, or, These Shoes Aren't As Comfortable As They Look

Contrary to popular belief, Paris is actually quite a beautiful city. Unfortunately, however, it seems that a small number of tourists have begun to take notice, and as a result, off-the-beaten-path travelers like myself are becoming more likely to spot a tourist or two in this otherwise hidden gem in the north of France.

Despite the newly burgeoning tourist crowd, Paris can still be a pleasant destination, hosting at least a few attractions. Consider tucked away destinations like La Tour Eiffel – a large iron relic of a 19th-century World Fair that the city failed to properly dismantle and discard – or the Louvre, which is apparently some sort of large souvenir shoppe.

After taking a bit of time to traverse the city by foot (since my hostel kicks me out from 11 AM to 4 PM each day), I decided to reward myself with a quick use of the facilities in Le Pantheon, the resting place of many of France’s greatest historical figures (and, now, at least one of America’s), followed by a nice nap and a bit of fresh air for these raw, swollen hams under my shoes.


More adventures tomorrow. Bonsoir for now!

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