
Paris' origins trace back to 250 BC when the Celtic tribe Parisii settled along the Seine River. It became known as Lutetia during the Roman occupation, but after the fall of the Roman Empire, it was renamed Paris and became the capital of the Frankish Kingdom under King Clovis I in 508 AD.
Over the centuries, Paris evolved into a center of political power, religion, and culture. The city played a key role during the French Revolution, the Napoleonic era, and both World Wars. Today, Paris remains a leading global city, influencing fashion, art, and culture across the world.