The Most Scandalous Statue in France? Meet the Man Behind the Cage
If statues could talk, this one would have a lot to say. A head trapped in a cage. Arms locked…
Landmarks
The Most Unusual Graves in Père Lachaise
The Père Lachaise cemetery is an open-air museum filled with symbolism and some of the most unexpected memorials in Paris….
5 Reasons to Visit Victor Hugo’s House in Paris
Victor Hugo, in addition to a literary genius, was an artist, a collector, and a man with an eye for…
Porte de Paris in Lille: The Triumphal Arch That Almost Became a Traffic Nightmare
If you’ve ever driven through Lille, you’ve probably circled this beauty at least once, maybe even unintentionally. Meet the Porte…
How to Avoid Paris Tourist Traps and Still Get the Best Experience
The Eiffel Tower is the most famous landmark in Paris, but if you’re thinking of going up, take a second….
9 Superb Hôtels Particuliers (Private Mansions) in Paris Hiding in Plain Sight
Hôtels Particuliers are these grand private mansions built for French nobility and wealthy families, mostly during the 17th and 18th…
Think Going to Starbucks in Paris Is Absurd? This One Might Change Your Mind
Starbucks Capucine sits on the majestic Boulevard des Capucines, one of the most glamorous locations in Paris near the beautiful…
10 Fascinating Facts About Paris’s Bouquinistes
The bookstalls along the Seine, or bouquinistes, are as much a part of Paris as the Eiffel Tower or Notre…
10 Jaw-Dropping Views in France You’ll Never Forget
Looking for views that will stop you in your tracks? These places have the kind of scenery you’ll never forget!…