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The Bièvre – Paris’ Second River

La Bièvre or Bièvre River is Paris' second river. Read the fascinating Briève River history and all the plans to bring it back to the surface!

Skip the Line Eiffel Tower

Culture

The First Eiffel Tower Base Jump

Read the story of the first Eiffel Tower base jump! How a man jumps off the Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous Eiffel Tower facts

Statue Henri iv Pont Neuf

Culture

Statue Henri iV, Pont Neuf – History and Legends

Here's the history of statue Henri iV, Pont Neuf, and some legends related to it! Don't miss Henri iV statue on Ile de la Cité.

Statue Montaigne Paris

Culture

The story behind Montaigne’s Statue in Paris

Learn the story around Montaigne's statue - Paris Latin Quarter - and why this statue of Montaigne has a polished right shoe!

Père Lachaise Cemetery - Paris 20

Culture

8 Scary Stories and Urban Legends of Paris

Learn about Paris’ dark side throughout these spine-chilling legends of Paris. You'll discover Paris ghost stories, murders and crimes

Au Salon Rue Moulins - Toulouse Lautrec

Culture

Why is Paris the City of Love?

Why is Paris the City of Love? How did Paris become the City of Love? Here's how the reputation of Paris City of Love was born...

Napoleon in Sainte Helene

Culture

55 Quotes on Napoleon to Help You Conquer the World!

Are you interested in quotes about Napoleon? Here's the list of memorable quotes on Napoleon: quotes on love, Napoleon quotes on war and more

Queen Marie-Antoinette

Culture, Versailles

Marie-Antoinette and the Affair of the Diamond Necklace

The Affair of the Diamond Necklace is one of the greatest heists in history! Learn about Marie-Antoinette Necklace & the Diamond Necklace Affair

Statue of Liberty Paris

Culture

The Statue of Liberty in Paris

Where to find the Statue of Liberty in Paris? Check out the full list of Statue of Liberty replicas in Paris and the history behind them