The Wall of Love

Discover one of Paris' unique spots and visit the Wall of Love. As one of the most romantic cities globally, it should come as no surprise that there's a natural attraction dedicated to love. Whether you're looking for the Instagram backdrop or a cute date spot with your other half, this art installation has been visited by all the Parisian and globe-traveled lovers of the world and remains a popular attraction. Known as Les Mur des Je t'Aime in French, the sweet sight attracted many tourists and the couples that always seem to go to this place.

The story behind this wall is pretty impressive, as two artists called Frederic Baron and Claire Kito designed it. Covered in 312 different ways to say 'I love you in numerous languages, Baron went door to door, asking embassies, neighbors, and strangers to tell the most romantic words in every tongue. He wasn't alone either, as a poet named Jean-Claude de Feugas helped him collect the phrases. All 192 of the nations represented by the United Nations are there, which is a huge accomplishment.

Unsurprisingly, the Wall of Love has been the site of many romantic occasions, including proposals, engagement photoshoots. From Afrikaans to Korean to Tamil, it's a real testament to the universality of emotion and human connection. With several benches dotted around the area, it's worth grabbing a seat and spending a good twenty minutes letting the weight of the world's love sink in and let the words roll off your tongue.

Address: Square Jehan Rictus, Pl. des Abbesses, 75018 Paris, France