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( fr ) Paris is the capital and largest city of France. It is also the capital of the région Île-de-France that, encompassing Paris and its suburbs, represents France's most dynamic centre of economic activity. Paris is a leading global cultural, business and political center and is renowned for its defining neo-classical architecture as well as its role as a major international influence in fashion, gastronomy and the arts. It is widely regarded as one of the world's major global cities. Dubbed 'the City of Light' (la Ville Lumière) since the 19th century, Paris has a reputation as a 'romantic' city.

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24 days ago on SunJournal.com  (Paris) 
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24 days ago on San Francisco Chronicle  (Paris) 
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24 days ago on Science News  (Paris) 
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24 days ago on Forbes  (Paris) 
In the Kitchen With... Arlene Chent!
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24 days ago on Minneapolis Star Tribune  (Paris) 
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24 days ago on SkySports  (Paris) 
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24 days ago on Ecorazzi  (Paris) 
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24 days ago on ddp-direkt.de (press release)  (Paris) 
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