Ile de France is one of the regions of France that is mostly made up of the Paris metropolitan area. It is a popular holiday destination today, being flocked by tourists from various parts of the world throughout the year. The region is known for its

enormous natural beauty. There are several beautiful parks, gardens, rivers, and forest lands covering the whole area. Home to the well-known Disneyland Paris, Ile de France is liked by both children and adults alike as a leisure destination. Rich in history, the city of Paris welcomes the tourists at its various places of interest. The Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Champs Elysees are some of the most attractive sites of this city. Make one of the holiday rentals Ile de France as your accommodation base to discover one of the most vibrant cityscape.

Paris is the center of all tourist activities. Other than the amazing Eiffel Tower, it is also the abode to several fascinating chateaux like the Chateau de Versailles. Other interesting sites of this city include the Catacomb, Arenes de Lutece, Le Musee des Arts Dec, Musee de l'Orangerie, etc. Accommodation is never an issue as there are several excellent Ile de France holiday apartments that come within affordable price range to suit all kinds of budget and style. Ile-de-France offers plentiful of peaceful valleys, wildlife refuge, and forests for the nature lovers. A visit to the Thoiry Castle and Safari Park will be worthwhile. This castle is enveloped by superb French style gardens. It adjoins a safari park, which serves as the home to several exotic species of animals.

Other than a rich historical and cultural inheritance, the region of Ile de France is known for its excellent gastronomy. The mushroom of Paris, the Faro apple, Montmorency cherry, and the poultry products of Houdan is very popular. Also, well-known is the French cheese. Shoppers would surely love to shop at the St-Ouen-Porte de Clignancourt Flea Market, located in the northern part of Paris, where there are numerous shops selling sophisticated antique items, costumes, furniture, and other kinds of curios. You might face a major rush while booking your Ile de France accommodation during the celebration of the annual Festival d'Ile de France. Every year in September and October, nearly thirty concerts are organized in the regional heritage centers that are primarily dominated by jazz and electronic repertories.