Many wonderful free attractions in pricey Paris, from Tuileries gardens to romantic islands Paris is one of the most beautiful cities in the world - and it sure knows it. That's why the French capital - ranked among the world's priciest and most visited - can afford to charge tourists so dearly for sampling its timeless beauty and world-class cuisine. www.vancouversun.com/travel/Many+wonderful+free+attractions+pricey+Paris+from+Tuileries/7595438/story.html