Hôtel de la Marine – A Magnificently Restored Piece of History
Place de la Concorde has a storied history in Paris. It was built between 1757 and 1772 in honour of King Louis XV. However, it
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Musée National Gustave Moreau – Paris’ Most Crowded Museum
I read a lot of books during the first COVID lockdown in France. They were mostly fiction, as I often needed a break from reality
Parc Astérix – France’s Other Theme Park
I have written before about my love of Disney. Specifically, I have written about my love of Disney theme parks, and how fittingly, the first
The 2023 Rugby World Cup Comes to France
Full disclosure. I know next to nothing about rugby. I tried to watch a game once. But I couldn’t stop laughing at the sight of
La Petite Ceinture – The Hidden Path Around Paris
Earlier this month, I talked about the Paris Métro and its grand expansion plans that are currently underway. I also talked about the history of
The Chapel of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal
There are countless reports of sightings of the Virgin Mary all throughout the world every year. Many of these are investigated, and if found to
Musée Guimet: A Voyage Through Asian Art
Last week was the first time in nearly three months that I waxed poetic about a museum. Which showed remarkable restraint on my part, if
Musée de l’Homme: Understanding Who We Are
The Musée de l’Homme might be one of the most overlooked museums in Paris. Thousands of people pass by it every day on their way
Top 5 Favourite Destinations in the Paris Suburbs
Paris is a beautiful city. It is filled with incredible museums, delicious restaurants, and stunning architecture. It is also filled with people, traffic, and in