0_Apprentice
Ive always wanted to go to Paris. It looks fantastic.
1_Wizard
I lived there for a few years, and really got in touch with the place. It's fantastic. As far back as the 17th century, it's been one of Europe's go-to major centers for things like finance, commerce, fashion, science, and, of course, the arts. And for good reason.
0_Apprentice
Paris looks very lively. I heard there are a lot of museums there. It must me rich in history.
1_Wizard
It's rich in history, and people flock to it because of its history, culture, and scenery. This is evidenced by the fact that it's considered the heart of the Île-de-France region,and had 18% of France's population in 2016, with 12,142,802 people.
0_Apprentice
I had no idea Paris was that populated. Anything I shouldnt miss if I make out there?
1_Wizard
Well, some of the oldest traces of the human occupation in the world were found near Rue Henri-Farman, around the 15th arrondissement--some human bones and encampments of hunter-gatherers from around 8000 BC/Mesolithic Period. You should maybe check that out!
0_Apprentice
That sounds incredible. I would be excited about the food also. Do you know anything about the local cuisine?
1_Wizard
Specifically, no, but French cuisine, and Paris in particular, offers some of the finest food in the world, and that's why it entices so many travelers every year. This helped Paris, according to 2013-2014 official estimates, have the third-highest GDP in the world, and the largest regional GDP in the EU, because of its tourism.