Paris lovers adore this city for its history, but also its mystery. Paris might be a city of stories, but it’s also one of secrets, of hushed tales not fully told, whispers that seem steeped in the very stones of Paris. It’s a place of quiet discretion, where Parisians live behind discreet façades and hefty […]
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The Reopening of Musée Jacquemart-André: Some of the Many Reasons that Make this Museum a Must-Visit
The beautiful Musée Jacquemart-André has reopened after a year of renovations, and there’s something here (quite a lot, actually) for every lover of art, architecture, history, food, and beauty … The Story of the Building and its Owners The Musée Jacquemart-André is one of those Parisian museums where the casing is as gorgeous as the […]
La Rentrée 2024: A Great Excuse to Go Paris-Shopping
This week is La Rentrée – the Parisian post-summer return to work and a new school year. The French summer vacation is a sacred tradition, and most Parisians can take off several weeks, when they head to the coast or country to relax with family and friends. That means, come early September, everyone is refreshed […]
Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of the Liberation of Paris
Walking the streets of Paris is a pleasure, but it’s also a privilege. History shows us how lucky we are to be able to experience this beautiful city in this peaceful moment in time. Stop, for instance, by one of the many ‘Ici est tombé’ plaques affixed to the city’s walls. These tablets commemorate the […]