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What is the English translation of "Île de la Cité"?
Island of the City
What is the nickname for the designer of the new Paris cityscape, Haussmann?
The Demolisher
Why was the Eiffel Tower built in Paris in 1889?
For the Paris World's Fair
Which king decided to leave the overcrowded city of Paris and build his own palace outside?
King Louis XIV
What is the Eiffel Tower often considered as?
One of the most romantic places in the world
How long did it take to build Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris?
Almost 200 years (1163-1345 AD)
Who built the Arc de Triomphe in Paris to honor fallen soldiers?
Napoleon Bonaparte
Which architect designed the Eiffel Tower?
Gustav Eiffel
Why did Napoleon III see a need to redesign the city of Paris?
To bring in more sunlight and prevent the spread of plagues or diseases
How many levels does the Eiffel Tower have?
Three
What is the most famous piece of art at the Louvre Museum?
The Mona Lisa by Leonardo da Vinci
What is the English translation of "Arc de Triomphe"?
Arch of Triumph
What is the Eiffel Tower often referred to as?
The Iron Lady
What major event led to the widening of the streets in Paris by Napoleon III?
The French Revolution of 1789
How tall is the Eiffel Tower?
More than 1,000 feet
Who commissioned the construction of the Louvre as a fortress in the 1100s?
King Philip II
Who was tasked with redesigning Paris under Napoleon III's rule?
Haussmann
How many lights illuminate the Eiffel Tower every night?
Over 20,000 lights
Which famous French avenue is filled with luxury fashion stores and restaurants?
Champs-Élysées
What is the Louvre originally built as during the 1100s?
A fortress
When was the Champs-Élysées in Paris built?
1600s
What event led to the fame of the Champs-Élysées in Paris?
The French Revolution in 1789
What does Point Zero at Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris signify?
It was used to measure distances within Paris and to other places in France
How many steps are there to climb the Eiffel Tower?
More than 600 steps
What material was used to build the Eiffel Tower, and how much does it weigh?
The Eiffel Tower is made of iron