The Legend Behind Palais Garnier
If you’ve ever walked past the Palais Garnier, you know it’s one of the most stunning buildings in Paris. Beyond…
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7 Reasons Musée d’Orsay Might Be a Better Pick Than the Louvre
Not everyone has the time – or patience – for the Louvre. It’s massive. It’s crowded. It can feel more…
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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…
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5 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….
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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…
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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…
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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….
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10 Stunning Private Mansions (Hôtels Particuliers) in Paris
Hôtels Particuliers are grand private mansions built for the French elite, mostly in the 17th and 18th centuries. These buildings…
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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…
