Few tourists know about the existence of the Place de Mexico. And yet, it offers one of the most beautiful views of the Eiffel Tower. Let’s discover this ... Read more!
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Discover the Passy Cemetery in Paris
The Passy Cemetery in the 16th arrondissement of Paris is the one of Paris’ largest operating cemeteries. The 4 acres funeral park is situated in the shadow of the Eiffel Tower ... Read more!
Why the Flame of Liberty became a shrine to Lady Diana
20 years ago, Diana, Princess of Wales died as a result of a fatal car crash in a Paris tunnel. The monument standing above the road tunnel where ... Read more!
Top Places to See on a Paris by Night Tour
Both in Winter and Summer, the City of lights stays lively all night long. You may want to discover Paris comfortably seated on a tourist bus or on ... Read more!
Castel Béranger: A Paris Art Nouveau Masterpiece by Hector Guimard
Castel Béranger is one of Paris’ most extravagant buildings, built in the Art Nouveau style by Hector Guimard. This residential building is situated in the 16th arrondissement, not ... Read more!
Rue Berton, a remnant of the countryside in Paris
There are a number of rural-looking streets to discover in Paris. One of them is rue Berton in Passy (16th arrondissement). Not far from the Eiffel Tower, the ... Read more!
Discover the Jardin des Serres d’Auteuil in Paris
Unknown to most Parisians, the elegant Jardin des Serres d’Auteuil is a botanical garden located at the southeastern edge of the Bois de Boulogne in the 16th arrondissement ... Read more!
Jardin d’Acclimatation, Paris
The Jardin d’Acclimatation is the best amusement park for children in Paris. The park covers 20 hectares and is situated on the northern fringe of the Bois de Boulogne ... Read more!
When the Jardin d’Acclimatation was a human zoo
At the entrance of the Jardin d’Acclimatation is a commemorative plaque which does not draw much attention. It was only because we were waiting for friends before entering ... Read more!
Berlin Wall Section in Paris
Last week during a walk across the 16th arrondissement I stumbled upon a historic piece of concrete which was no less than a Berlin Wall section in Paris! ... Read more!
The Eiffel Tower by Night: A Photographer’s Dream
In the heart of Paris, where history and romance intertwine, there stands an iconic landmark that captivates the world with its enchanting transformation after sunset—the Eiffel Tower. Join ... Read more!
Top of the Arc de Triomphe: A Breathtaking Parisian View
Few places capture its grandeur quite like the top of the Arc de Triomphe. On a beautiful sunny day in Paris, there’s no better way to admire the ... Read more!
Pont de Bir-Hakeim and its great Paris views
The pont de Bir-Hakeim spans River Seine in Paris, linking the 15th and 16th arrondissements. It is one of the most beautiful bridges of Paris and is popular ... Read more!
Sixteenth arrondissement of Paris
One of the most the most affluent and prestigious residential districts of Paris, the Sixteenth arrondissement is located on the right bank between Boulogne-Billancourt and the Arc de Triomphe ... Read more!
Discover the romantic gardens of Parc de Bagatelle
The well-maintained gardens of the Parc de Bagatelle are located in the heart of the Bois de Boulogne, a vast woodland to the west of Paris, not far from Neuilly-sur-Seine ... Read more!
Discovering the Trocadéro in Paris
The glorious open view of the Eiffel Tower from the wide esplanade of the Trocadero leaves no one indifferent. We wanted to rediscover this place armed with our photo camera! ... Read more!
Discover the Quais de la Seine: Paris’s Timeless Treasure
The banks of the River Seine (Quais de la Seine) in Paris have been listed by Unesco as a World Heritage Site since 1991. Along the Seine are ... Read more!
A Guide to the Historical Axis of Paris
You may know Paris for its cathedral Notre-Dame, the Eiffel Tower, its café culture and its amazing museums and art galleries. The French capital is also famous for ... Read more!
Discover the Arc de Triomphe in Paris
The Arc de Triomphe in Paris conveys a powerful historic symbol at the centre of the star-shaped “Place de l’Étoile”. It is one of Paris’ most famous monuments, ... Read more!
