An Indian woman’s candid reaction to one of the world’s most iconic landmarks has caught attention online after she shared her experience of visiting Paris. Taking to Instagram, the woman, identified as Ankita, posted a video expressing disappointment with her first impression of the Eiffel Tower.
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In the clip, she is heard saying, “Paris did not pass the vibe check. I flew 7,000 km for this. So my question is, why am I not finding it aesthetic? It’s right in front of me and I’ll just show you. Can someone tell me why this isn't looking aesthetic? Yes, this was my first impression of Eiffel Tower. It's looking barren. Where are the aesthetics?”
The video was shared with the caption, “Paris did not pass the vibe check”, summing up her underwhelming experience at the landmark that is often romanticised in popular culture.
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{{/usCountry}}Internet reacts with mixed views
The clip has since drawn a range of reactions from social media users, many of whom shared their own opinions on whether Paris lives up to its global image.
One user wrote, “It depends on what you expect. Paris is more about history than filters.” Another said, “You need to explore beyond just the Eiffel Tower to feel the real charm of the city.”
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A third user commented, “I had the same feeling at first, but it grows on you with time.” Another added, “Maybe it’s the weather or the crowd. Timing matters a lot in Paris.”
Some users, however, agreed with her perspective. “Honestly, social media has overhyped it,” one comment read. Another said, “Expectations vs reality hits hard when you travel.”
A different user remarked, “It’s beautiful in its own way, just not in the way Instagram shows it,” while another added, “Not everything looks magical in real life, and that’s okay.”
HT.com has reached out to the user for her comments, and the copy will be updated once her response is received.
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