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Paris• The Eiffel Tower is an

iron tower built on the Champ de Mars beside the Siene river in Paris.The tower is one of the most recognizable structures in the world.

Louvre-Paris

• Louvre is one of the largest and most visited museums in the world, and possibly the most famous of them all, the Louvre is one of Paris's many must-visits.

French Open Championships• In 1968, the French Championships

became the first Grand Slam tournament to go open,allowing both amateurs and professionals to compete.Another novelty, since 2006 the tournament has begun on a Sunday, featuring 12 singles matches played on the three main courts.In March 2007, it was announced that the event will provide equal prize money for both men and women in all rounds for the first time ever.

Triumphal Arch

• The triumphal arch honors those who fought for France, particularly during the Napoleonic Wars. On the inside and the top of the arc there are all of the names of generals and wars fought.

Egypt

• The Pyramids of Giza have survived the centuries as lasting symbols of Egyptian culture. The same might be said for the sturdy camels that haul visitors around to see the area's many wonders.

History • The title of "Pharaoh" actually

comes to us from the Greek language and its use in the Old Testament. It originates in the Egyptian Per-aa, meaning "Great House", a designation of the palace, which first came to be used as a label for the king around 1450 BC, though it only became common usage some centuries later.

Ancient Egypt• According to Egyptian

legend, the first kings of Egypt were later some of Egypt's most famous gods. We really do not know whether some of these individuals actually existed in human form or what regions of Egypt they may have ruled over.

Egypt• Popularly known as the land of

pharaohs and pyramids - Egypt is one of the most popular tourist destinations in northeastern Africa. From attractions ranging from the red sea to the Sinai Desert and Cairo to Abu Simbel, Egypt is a magical destination which you must take a visit at least once in your lifetime!

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