The Eyewitness Travel Guidehelps you to get the most out of your trip with minimum difficulties. The opening section Introducing Paris locates the city geographically, sets modern Parisian its historical context and explains how Parisian life changes through the years. Paris At a Glance is an overview of the city’s specialties. The main sightseeing section of the book is Paris Area by Area. It describes all the main sights with maps, photographs and detailed illustrations. Get to know Paris with The Eyewitness Travel Guide. Annually revised and updated. Beautiful new full-color photos, illustrations, and maps. Includes information on local customs, currency, medical services, and transportation. Consistently chosen over the competition in national consumer market research.