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!

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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!

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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!

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Statue of Liberty on the Île aux Cygnes, Paris

It is either visible from the top of the Eiffel Tower, from the Front-de-Seine or the Maison de la Radio, the Statue of Liberty on the Île aux ... Read more!

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A Walking Tour in Montmartre: A Photographic Journey

One part I love about my job is to show people the beautiful parts of Paris. Lately, a friendly Australian couple from Adelaide asked me to be their ... Read more!

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An elephant head near Les Halles, Paris

How many people passing by the busy street of rue de la Cossonnerie actually know there is an elephant head near Les Halles, right here, in central Paris? ... Read more!

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The Canopy of Les Halles: A Gigantic Structure in Central Paris

On Tuesday, the 5th of April 2016 took place the inauguration of the new site of Les Halles and its Canopy (La Canopée) in the heart of Paris. ... Read more!

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Half-timbered house in the Rue de Braque, Paris

I thought there were only three major half-timbered houses in Paris until this morning when I discovered a beautiful dwelling in the quiet Rue de Braque.   A ... Read more!

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Saturday Morning on the Place des Vosges

Amongst all the squares of Paris, the Place des Vosges is one of my favourites. Situated in the Marais, not far from the Place de la Bastille, the ... Read more!

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Spring flowers and perfect sunny day in Montmartre

First published: March 13, 2016 – A sign that spring is coming is the sunny days we are having right now in Paris. We decided to stroll up to the Sacré-Cœur in Montmartre ... Read more!

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Rue de Verneuil and the former house of Serge Gainsbourg

Have you heard of Rue de Verneuil in Paris? Probably not, but surely you’ve heard of the name of one of its famous residents: Serge Gainsbourg.   Rue ... Read more!

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February in Paris: First Signs of Spring in the Gardens

Today as we walked across the 8th arrondissement and its public parks, we encountered the first signs of Spring… Yes, that’s right, Spring in February in Paris! Here are a ... Read more!

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Christmas Nativity Scene at Sacré-Cœur Basilica, Montmartre

The crib inside the Sacré-Cœur Basilica in Montmartre  (18th arrondissement) is one of the most visited in Paris. Embracing local traditions is an integral part of experiencing any destination. Visiting the Nativity Scene ... Read more!

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The Fountain of the Croix-du-Trahoir in Paris

Today the intersection of rue Saint-Honoré and rue de l’Arbre-Sec is part of one of the nicest parts of Paris. There, in the heart of the 1st arrondissement is a little fountain known as Croix-du-Trahoir. It ... Read more!

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Boules-aux-Rats, Saint-Germain-l’Auxerrois church in Paris

There is a mystery that scholars and historians have not yet succeeded to resolve. Perched high above ground, usually fixed on buttresses of churches, hidden balls of rats ... Read more!

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Christmas Nativity Scene at Saint-François-Xavier, Paris

One of the most beautiful Nativity Scenes in Paris is found inside the church of Saint-François-Xavier in the 7th arrondissement. The large scene refers to the tradition of a Provençal Nativity Scene ... Read more!

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Nativity Scene at Notre-Dame Cathedral, Paris

One of the most famous Nativity Scenes in Paris is found inside the Notre-Dame cathedral and attracts almost 2 million visitors from the first Sunday of Advent to Candlemas. We have been lucky enough to ... Read more!

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No Christmas tree in front of Notre-Dame Cathedral

Bad news for those who wished to wonder at the traditional Christmas tree in Paris. Following the Great Fire of April 2019 there will be no Christmas tree in ... Read more!

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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!

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Eiffel Tower lit up in Blue-White-Red after the Paris attacks

From Monday, 16 to Wednesday, 25 November, the Eiffel Tower is lit up in Blue, White and Red to honour victims of the 13 November 2015 Paris attacks. We ... Read more!

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