Sept. 3-5, 1999. Ahhh, Paris. This is truly one of the most amazing cities in the world. There is SO much to see! But, as we all know, the most famous thing there is to see is the Eiffel Tower, built in 1889 as a temporary structure for the Universal Exhibition. Thankfully, it wasn't taken down after the Exhibition and is truly a sight to behold in person!
We were there in 1999, so there was a countdown on the Tower to the Millennium - 120 days!
The beautiful Arc de Triomphe. You may have seen others, as they are somewhat popular in European cities, but this is the largest in the world and was erected by Napoleon in 1806.
And, no trip to Paris is complete without a visit to the Louvre! Here I am with my friend, Monique, in front of the world-famous Mona Lisa!
Outside the Louvre with my friends Monique and Kelli. 
Notre Dame. It's foundation stone was laid by pope Alexander III in 1163, but took nearly 200 years to complete construction. Beautiful!
And, while a bit morbid, we had to see the tunnel where Princess Diana was killed. We were there just 2 years after her death, so there were memorials of her everywhere.
Verdict: This is obviously a no-brainer. GO, GO, GO!!! In fact, after writing this post, I've decided I must go back, but this time with a nice, digital camera in one arm and my husband on the other!
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