So you’re heading to the Palais Royal and its beautiful enclosed garden. Instead of entering the precinct via the usual way, here is another route that’s worth trying. ... lire plus !
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The elegance of Place Saint-Georges, Paris
Although small in size, the circular Place Saint-Georges owes its elegant look to the beautiful townhouses that border it. With the métro station exit, the railings, the old lampposts, ... lire plus !
Saturday morning on the Place des Vosges
Amongst all the squares of Paris, the Place des Vosges is one of my favourite. Situated in the Marais, not far from the Place de la Bastille, the ... lire plus !
And Paris’ highest street is…
A few days ago, one of our students in French asked us a tricky question: “where is Paris’ highest street?” After a little research we found the correct ... lire plus !
Place du Châtelet, Paris
Place du Châtelet is a public square that marks the border between the 1st and 4th arrondissements. Situated in the heart of Paris on the Right Bank, the busy square ... lire plus !
Place de la Bastille, Paris
Shared with the 4th, 11th and 12th arrondissements, the Place de la Bastille is one of Paris’ most famous squares owing its name to the historic fortress that ... lire plus !
Place de la Concorde early in the morning
Have you ever thought of visiting central Paris early in the morning when the masses of tourists are still sleeping or having breakfast at their hotels? This morning we ... lire plus !
Place de Furstemberg, Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Paris
Situated in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés (6th arrondissement), the tiny Place de Furstemberg is one of Paris’ most charming squares with its elegant lamp posts. Who is the ... lire plus !
Place du Tertre, Montmartre
The little shaded square of Place du Tertre is situated just a stone’s throw away from the Sacré-Cœur Basilica and is the tourist centre of Montmartre in the 18th ... lire plus !
French elegance in Place de la Concorde, Paris
The majestic and impressive Place de la Concorde plays a great symbolic part along the prestigious Historical Axis. Renowned for the part it plays in French history, for happy or sad ... lire plus !
