Despite the French capital’s rapidly changing neighbourhoods and endlessly cool vibe, its centuries-old haunts hold fast to an atmosphere that is purely Parisian.
A walk through three very different neighbourhoods of the French capital shows that the city’s reputation as the culinary centre of the world is stronger than ever.
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Travellers visiting the French capital this winter can make like its spring at an exhibition that unites Delacroix’s flower paintings with contemporary floral sculptures.
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Delve deeper into the corners of the continent that helped inspire writers, musicians, artists and Vikings.
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The two-week Fireworks! music festival, starting 13 February, will showcase electronic music from international avant-garde musicians.
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Continuing the French capital’s recent trend for high-quality street food, the humble toasted sandwich has been given a makeover by a Parisian sandwich company.
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