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Slideshow: 7 Surprising Facts about Paris
By Joseph Birdsey
Updated March 6, 2016 Updated March 6, 2016Paris, je t’aime! According to the QS Best Student Cities 2016, the French capital is the world’s number one city for international students. This is the fourth year running that Paris has been named the best place to study abroad. So, if you’re looking to satisfy your wanderlust with a study abroad adventure, why not consider Paris?
And to pique your interest event more, here are 7 of our favorite surprising facts about Paris… How many panes of glass make up the Louvre’s famous pyramid? Where is the city’s shortest street? How long does it take to repaint the iconic Eifel Tower? Learn more about the City of Lights by clicking through the slideshow below.
Explore the world’s leading urban destinations for international students, with the latest edition of the QS Best Student Cities. This annual index assesses cities in five key categories: university rankings, student mix, desirability, employer activity and affordability.
This article was originally published in December 2015 . It was last updated in March 2016
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Jo is part of QS's social media team. He also writes content for the site, and holds a BA English degree from Goldsmiths, University of London.
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