Paris, France's capital is a major European city and a global center for art, fashion, gastronomy and culture. Its 19th-century cityscape is crisscrossed by wide boulevards and the River Seine. Beyond such landmarks as the Eiffel Tower and the 12th-century, Gothic Notre-Dame cathedral, the city is known for its cafe culture and designer boutiques along the Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honour. Paris is famous for its bustling museums and galleries, its top cuisine, its beautiful architecture, and its chic fashion. Paris' landmarks are among the most recognizable in the world: the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, Versailles, and the Louvre. From its iconic cafés to famous monuments, the city has so much to offer.