Paris - Kentucky - United States. Guide & Hotel Reservations from Cheap Hotels

Located in the heart of Kentucky's blue grass region about 17 miles from Lexington, lies the beautiful city of Paris. This city is known for three things and they are horses, history and hospitality, which is not a bad combination to find in any one place. Paris offers many things for many people and would make an ideal place for a vacation.  With a population of 8,928 friendly folk that live there and average temperatures that range from 46 to 68 degrees, this is the place to be anytime of the year.

Downtown Paris is filled with surprises such as the specialty gift shops that you will find there, or the beautiful antique shops. The downtown area also includes Victorian era main streets. The welcome flags that fly from the lampposts is just a preview to the hospitality that you will find here. The history of Paris is alive and well when you visit the historic Bourbon County Courthouse. It is said to be one of the most beautiful courthouses in the state. Visit Duncan's Tavern that has been in existence since 1788, although now it serves the Kentucky Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution.

You will find many restaurants and hotels and motels in this city to suit your needs. From luxury to economical, it is all here for your convenience. Paris also has a few fun facts, such as where do you think Bourbon originated? Well it was born in Bourbon County of course. Visit the stone home and whiskey warehouse that still stands today. Paris also boasts the world's tallest three story building as noted in Ripley's Believe It or Not. Drop by and see it on the corner of Main and 8th Street. This city also holds the title of having the fastest racehorse in the world and that was Secretariat.

While you're in Paris you will be in the midst of one of the most beautiful places on earth so don't forget to take time out to see the scenery that surrounds Paris. It is well worth the trip and it's free for the taking. What better way to spend a wonderful vacation!