When we speak about France, we mostly talk about Paris or the French Riviera, Cannes or Nice. But the Hexagon expands far beyond its land boundaries, overseas.
Do you know about the wonderful French islands of the Atlantic, Indian, or Pacific Oceans?… Read More
Top 5 Local Markets in Paris
A symbol of gathering and of the famous French fraternity, markets are an important part of Parisian life. We urge you to add them to your go-to list during your visit of the Capitale. Here is a selection of the most beautiful markets in Paris, in our opinion:
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- The Marché d’Aligre: is an iconic indoor/outdoor market which is open every day.
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The Incredible Story of the Eiffel Tower
A challenge laid down for the architects of the time, that’s how this project starts. To build a 300 meter tall iron tower (980 ft.) for the 1989 Universal Exhibition. A crazy record that seems impossible to beat using the contemporary technology of that time.… Read More
The Haussmannian Style
If you have studied the story of the city of Paris and its architecture, you must have heard about the Haussmannian Style. Many buildings and hotels in Paris were built during the 19th Century by the Baron Haussmann, Governor of the Seine area and then Senator of the Second Empire.… Read More
The Alternative Paris
If you ask a tour of Paris with a guide, he will likely suggest to visit le Louvre, l’Arc de Triomphe, la Tour Eiffel and le Jardin des plantes. This is an awesome tour but also so classic ! Paris has many other facets to show you. This article is for people who are pretty curious, who love stories and gossip, and who are ready to discover the “unusual Paris”.… Read More