The Sainte Chapelle in the Château de Vincennes is the setting for an impressive installation that runs until September 3! Portuguese artist Joana Vasconcelos has grown a 13-metre-high laurel tree, composed of over 100,000 hand-woven leaves. Here’s a closer look at this flamboyant and magical work of art. A Tree of Life As part of […]
A centuries-old institution, the Monnaie de Paris mints not only French coins, but also those of many other countries, which recognize its expertise! Founded in 864, one of the world’s oldest companies has nevertheless aged well: today, it continues to reinvent itself, minting new collections every year, as well as offering a rich cultural program. […]
Did you know that the Monnaie de Paris is the last remaining industry located in Paris? Opposite the Louvre, numerous medals and collector coins are minted here every day! But the Monnaie de Paris is also a building open to the public: within its walls are a museum, an exhibition space, a café and a […]
