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Paris: in Montmartre, an original castle is hiding in one of the district's narrow streets! Have you found it yet?

You thought you knew everything there was to know about the Butte Montmartre: its winding streets, the famous Place du Tertre and, of course, the emblematic Sacré-Coeur that sits enthroned...

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The most beautiful garden in Europe is French! (You've probably already been there)

What is the most beautiful public park in the world? The American website House Fresh set out to answer this question last year. To do so, they scoured TripAdvisor's reviews of around...

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Have you ever noticed those names engraved in gold letters on the Eiffel Tower? Hint: look up to the 1st floor!

Visited by 75 million people a year, the Eiffel Tower still has a few surprises up its sleeve. If you look closely when you are at the bottom of the tower, you will see golden letters...

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All booked up for the Journées du Patrimoine in Paris? Here are 4 tours you can do without booking!

The European Heritage Days are back again this weekend! It's the perfect opportunity to visit some of France's most emblematic heritage sites for free! But if you live in Paris, you'll...

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On the roof of Montparnasse station: a secret park. We'll show you how to get there.

The Luxembourg Gardens and the Orangerie are two of the most famous parks and gardens in Paris. But in the midst of all these famous sites, there is one that is less famous and more...

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This Paris museum will be closed for 5 years! (Visit it before it's too late!)

Art lovers and the curious take note: the Musée National d'Art Moderne, better known as the Centre Pompidou, is getting ready to close its doors for a major transformation that will...

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3 ways to enjoy Paris without breaking the bank (with a maximum budget of €10)

Rich in culture, history and entertainment, Paris can quickly become unmanageable for the wallet. But rest assured, a small budget is not synonymous with boredom, especially in the...

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4 of the best hotels in the world are in Paris! Can you guess which ones they are?

The "World's 50 Best Hotels" ceremony was held in London on Tuesday 19 September to honour the 50 best hotels in the world. Four of the winners are in Paris! With such a high standard,...

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All Saints' Day holidays: 3 things to do around Paris

With the All Saints' Day holidays fast approaching, perhaps you're planning to stay in your region? If you're in the Ile-de-France region, there's no shortage of things to do! From...

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The last supermoon of the year will light up the skies over Paris! How can you see it?

On the night of Thursday to Friday, all Parisians will have their eyes riveted to the sky to admire a spectacular celestial spectacle. On 29 September, the supermoon will light up...

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The Paris metro network voted the best in the world (dream or reality)?

Cars are increasingly being replaced by more environmentally-friendly means of transport, such as cycling, walking and public transport. However, the latter must be sufficiently developed...

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Are you a manga fan? These Parisian spots will help you live out your passion to the full!

Manga is a whole universe, and above all a style and codes that fascinate: there are many manga fans in the Western world, and Paris and France are no exception. While 'otaku' aficionados...

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The Montmartre Grape Harvest Festival: 4 days of celebrations! What's on the programme?

The Fête des Vendanges de Montmartre is one of the French capital's most emblematic festivals, and one of the busiest, attracting almost 500,000 visitors every year. Every October,...

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Less than 2 hours from Paris: do you know these 5 villages? They are so beautiful that they have inspired the greatest painters of our time

As a museum city, Paris is home to some priceless works of art. Van Gogh, Monet and Rousseau are all on display. Faced with the beauty of their creations, we have a right to wonder...

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For the All Saints' Day holidays in Paris, check out the flea markets! Here are all the dates to remember!

Going to flea markets is a bit like shopping in the fresh air. But it's only shopping for old things that aren't really necessary. A stroll, in short. Usually in the most beautiful...

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We finally know which is the best bistro in Paris! What does it have that the others don't?

Bistros are an integral part of the Parisian landscape. There are so many in the capital that it's hard to choose the best one. But Gilles Pudlowski was not to be counted out when...

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Dine in the jungle or in the cosmos - it's possible in Paris! 3 immersive restaurants for an extraordinary gastronomic experience

Paris is renowned for its rich and varied gastronomic scene. Recently, the trend towards immersive restaurants has become a fashionable phenomenon in the French capital, offering diners...

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Filming of "Maria" in Paris: filming locations where Angelina Jolie can be seen

Angelina Jolie is in Paris to shoot "Maria", a film about the Parisian years of the famous Greek singer Maria Callas, whom she is currently playing. Callas, as she was known, lived...

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There's a secret passage hidden in Montparnasse station! Have you ever used it?

As Parisians know, the corridors of the metro are a veritable labyrinth! It's easy to spend long minutes trying to find your way around, especially when you get off line 4 at Gare...

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Just 20 minutes from Paris, this park lets you walk on water! (Hurry, the installation will soon be removed)

Are you suffering from the current heatwave and looking for a watering hole in the Paris region to take a dip? We've got a solution for you. Walk on cool water for several dozen metres....

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