This French Postman Spent 33 Years Building a Magical Palace from Stones (By Hand)
In the quiet village of Hauterives, southeast of Lyon, there lived a postman named Ferdinand Cheval who turned an ordinary…
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Le Petit Bouillon Pharamond: Affordable Gourmet With 200 Years of Parisian History
In the heart of Les Halles, Le Petit Bouillon Pharamond, with its sumptuous 19th-century decor and signature tripes à la…
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9 Genius Hacks to Have the Louvre Almost All to Yourself
Have you dreamed of wandering through the Louvre with hardly anyone around, having the world’s most beautiful art all to…
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7 Stunning Art Nouveau Gems in Paris You Never Knew Existed
Paris might be famous for its classic Haussmann buildings, but the city is also home to some incredible examples of…
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5 French Festivals You’ve Never Heard Of (But Shouldn’t Miss)
France has world-famous events like Bastille Day and the Cannes Film Festival, but there are many quirky and lesser-known festivals…
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From Flour to Fame: The Story of Montmartre’s Iconic Windmill
Ever wondered how a humble windmill became one of Paris’s most legendary landmarks? The Moulin de la Galette, perched on…
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6 Family-Friendly Ways to Get Around Paris with Kids
Getting around Paris with kids can be tricky. The city is big, and there are a lot of sights to…
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Why Are Giant Teddy Bears Taking Over This Paris Neighborhood?
The furry madness that has taken Paris by storm In the fall of 2018, an unusual sight appeared in the…
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Artist’s Trail: Exploring Southern France Through the Eyes of Famous French Masters
Southern France has long been a haven for some of the world’s most famous artists. The region’s bright light, breathtaking…
