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Tired of Paris, the Sun King (Louis XIV, who enjoyed likening himself to Apollo, God of the arts, peace and the sun) commissioned architects Louis le Vau and Jules Hardouin to build the château of Versailles in 1668, on the sit... more
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GlobeTrotter said
…Lors de notre 2ième journée nous sommes allés voir le château de Versailles, il fait encore un… continue reading »
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The ground on which the Jardin du Luxembourg and the Palais du Luxembourg (Le) stand was originally the site of a Roman camp. In 1257 the Chartreux religious order bought the land and built a monastery here and later princess r... more
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In 1810, the Montrouge stone quarries became catacombs. Because of a lack of space in the graveyards of Paris, it is here, 20 meters (65 feet) underground, that the remains of six million Parisians are exhibited. These ossuarie... more
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Relax in these picturesque Turkish baths with rose colored marble pillars and mosaics. After a shower, lather yourself with the traditional black soap and let it dry for about 20 minutes to naturally exfoliate the skin. Sweat i... more
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Built in a neo-Renaissance style in the late 19th Century (1887-1891), the Hôtel de Ville of Vincennes possesses an imposing elegance with its symmetrical windows, exterior detailing, and lofty rooftop topped by a bell tower. I... more
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KandJBird said
… the Hotel de Ville up close as well as a flower market. All the flowers in the market were so fragrant… continue reading »
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Even for locals, the Montparnasse tower offers a fairytale view of the city. It is accessible thanks to Europe's fastest elevator that whisks you to the top in just 38 seconds. From here, 209 meters (685 feet) up, or from the b... more
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ginnycoyle said
… of Tour Montparnasse to take in our first view of Paris and all the big sights to orient ourselves… continue reading »
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This tex-mex bar and restaurant has been enjoying growing success lately. Sample the fajitas and varied tapas. Sangria and home-made cocktails are simply delicious. On Tuesdays, a "girls" evening is on the agenda. On Thursdays,... more
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If you're fond of sea animals, then stop by at The Palais Porte Dorée Public Aquarium. Though not as impressive as other aquatic parks, it still is worth a visit. Visited by both tourists as well as school children, the museum... more
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Until its decline in the 1960s, the area now covered by the Parc de Bercy was the bustling center for wine importation and storage in Paris. Wine arrived by barge and by train; the rails of the latter can still be seen in what... more
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Step into River Cafe for a wholesome adventure. Originally a boat, it is a trendy cafe today. Not only does the boat rock, the food rocks too. Enjoy the river view of the Seine while you relish a plate of Poulet saute au Sesame... more
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