Lonely Planet 2008. Paris

Fallon S., Williams N. — 7th Edition. — Lonely Planet Publications Pty Ltd., 2008. — 440 p. — ISBN: 1742203981, 9781742203980.Lonely Planet Paris
Discover which iconic landmark, nicknamed 'the metal asparagus,' was almost torn down - and why;
Assemble a gourmet picnic of bread, cheese and fruit at the open-air Marche Bastille;
Unwind as Parisians do with a stroll or a snooze at the Jardin du Luxembourg;
Sample North Africa tajine and contemplate Moorish architecture at the Mosquee de Paris.In This Guide
Two authors, over 600 hours of in-city research, 41 detailed maps, five walking tours;
Full-color highlights of the best neighborhoods, museums and culinary feasts;
Wine and food-pairing tips from one of the world's most celebrated sommeliers.