When you stroll through the French capital, you might not give the benches of Paris a second thought. And yet, these street furniture are everywhere—hundreds of them, quietly ... Read more!
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The iconic newspaper kiosks of Paris
Whether you’ve been to Paris or have seen photos and movies shot in the French capital, you’ve probably heard about the dark green newspaper kiosks that were originally ... Read more!
Why the Morris Column is an iconic image of Paris
The Morris column (colonne Morris in French) is a tall and elegant dark green advertising column. Placed at regular intervals on the Paris pavement, the cylindrical structure has ... Read more!
The Saint-Michel Fountain: A Central Landmark in Paris
There aren’t many wall fountains in Paris. The Saint-Michel fountain on the Left Bank is probably the largest. The monumental fountain is a neo-Renaissance creation from the Haussmann ... Read more!
