The banks of the Seine would not be the same without the established Bouquinistes of Paris. The booksellers and their green-painted boxes have become one of Paris’s many ... Read more!
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10 interesting facts about Paris you should know!
The monuments of Paris are imposing, solemn or sacred. Tourists photograph them from every angle and admire them in an often superficial way. But Paris is a city ... 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!
Île de France, the historic province of the Paris Region
The Île de France region is one of the ancient provinces of France, and the one that has been the centre of power during most of French history ... Read more!
Why Pont Alexandre III is Paris’ most beautiful bridge
This is one of my favourite bridges in Paris. Spanning the River Seine, Pont Alexandre III dates back to 1900 and is reminiscent of the Belle Epoque era. ... Read more!
Why Rouen in Normandy is worth a visit!
The city of Rouen, sprawled along the River Seine, is still the major trading centre between Paris and the sea. This privileged location made the rich and busy city ... Read more!
Explore the treasures of Rouen Old Town
Rouen Old Town is a “must-see” as it would be a shame to pass through without a stroll through its fascinating heritage: gothic churches and mansions, restored half-timbered ... Read more!
The main dates of Rouen History
Rouen is the historic capital of the ancient Duchy of Normandy and remains the chief city of the new region of Normandy (Normandie). In the Middle Ages, Rouen ... Read more!
Discover Maisons-Laffitte in the Paris region
Maisons-Laffitte is worth a visit for its chateau and park. To the North-West of Paris, Maisons-Laffitte in the Yvelines département is located between the royal forest of Saint-Germain-en-Laye ... Read more!
