Mahesh Babu and Namrata Shirodkar's daughter Sitara Ghattamaneni surely knows how to initiate a conversation on social media. Presently, the 11-year-old seems to be reminiscing about her recent French vacation. How do we know? Sitara's “throwback Thursday” diary. Be it the New Year family holiday or her all-girls trip with mother Namrata, little Sitara has never shied away from expressing her love for travelling. Her updates about her trip to Paris were no different. She has shared a couple of old pictures of herself from the city of love on Instagram. In the clicks, Sitara, dressed in pink cargo pants and a black puffy jacket, can be seen posing at an intersection near Denfert Rochereau and Cambronne. Sharing the pictures, she wrote, “Bonjour from the land of baguettes and beauty!”
While Sitara Ghattamaneni's throwback picture only gives you a glimpse of what a Parisian vacation could look like, we have pulled together a list of a few must-visits if you plan on visiting this capital city of France.
Eiffel Tower
First up, the most popular tourist choice. You cannot kick-start your Paris tour without visiting the majestic structure. What you likely already know is that the iconic site gives you a priceless aerial view of the entire city. But apart from that, you can enjoy those picturesque views from the Tower's first-floor fine dining restaurant, one of many at the site. Or if fine wine and food are not your style, you can ice skate at the recently opened rink on the same floor. Other attractions include vertiginous views through a glass flooring, a museum on the Tower's history and watching a film on the Tower's history, projected onto seven screens. Night visits are the most popular as you can witness the city of lights in all its glory.
Luxembourg Gardens
One of the lesser-known and yet one of the most gorgeous locations in the city, Luxembourg Gardens is located in the heart of Paris. The 55 acres of manicured gardens is honestly a perfect place to soak in the lushness of Parisian nature. You can also enjoy cycling, picnics, and lawn bowling with your entire family. Needless to say, Luxembourg Gardens is nothing less than a treat to any kid.
River Seine
Whether with family, friends, your partner or even all by yourself, a cruise ride on the Seine River will very likely be an unforgettable experience. It's a great way to see Paris if you don't have the time to visit all the popular tourist attractions. From the Eiffel Tower and the Sacre Couer to the Grand Palais-Petit Palais and even the Louvre, there's no better way to take in the grandiosity and wonder of Paris' architectural marvels. You can even take a romantic stroll alongside this popular waterway.
Arc de Triomphe
Coming in at a close second to the Eiffel Tower as one of the most Instagrammable spots in the city, the Arc de Triomphe is where history and architecture meet to create an iconic photo-perfect spot. Not far from the Arc is a chance to see authentic French Cabaret in action at the Lido or enjoy fresh crepes and macarons at cafes that line the Champs-Elysées avenue which leads to the monument.
Luxembourg Palace
There are a plethora of sites worth your time in Paris by what's unique about this location is that time is of the essence here. This neo-classical building only allows a tour for an hour, as it serves as a meeting place for politicians and leaders. So if you are a fan of the royals or politics, this a natural fit.
