Discover The Monnaie de Paris: a long history 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. […] May 30, 2023October 25, 2023
Discover Go out Museums and heritage A day at the Monnaie de Paris 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 […] May 30, 2023October 25, 2023
Travel The 10 most beautiful photo spots in New York Welcome to New York City, an urban jungle and a photographer’s paradise! There will be no shortage of subjects to photograph during your stay: monuments, street scenes, views of the skyscrapers… you’ll have plenty of memories to capture. But if you’re wondering where to go to take the best pictures in New York, here are […] May 18, 2023May 19, 2023
Travel Travel to france A green getaway in the Loir Valley At the gates of Paris, the department of Eure-et-Loir offers you a green setting to spend a quiet stay far from the frenzy of the big cities! Today, I suggest you to go to the Loir Valley, the southern part of the department which will allow you to visit the first castle of the Loire […] May 16, 2023May 16, 2023
Discover Live shows Who was Paul Dukas? 7 interesting facts about the composer of “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice” What do Goethe and Disney have in common? It’s the composer Paul Dukas! By creating “The Sorcerer’s Apprentice“, a symphonic poem based on a ballad by Goethe, Dukas inspired Walt Disney to turn it into a cartoon in Fantasia, further popularizing this major work of classical music. What is The Sorcerer’s Apprentice about? And who […] May 9, 2023October 25, 2023
Discover Go out Museums and heritage The Charles de Gaulle Memorial in Colombey: 20th century France through the life of the General In Colombey-les-Deux-Eglises, the Charles-de-Gaulle Memorial looks back on the personality of de Gaulle (1890-1970) and, through him, on the great historical events of the 20th century. Inaugurated in 2008 to complete and enrich the cultural offer around the famous general, the Memorial is a must for all those who visit Colombey. Article produced in partnership […] May 9, 2023October 25, 2023
Edvard Munch’s The Scream: analysis of a masterpiece Edward Munch’s Scream is a particularly famous painting, it has even become an emoji! But what does this painting really tell us? Why did Munch paint this scream? Discover the hidden meanings behind this painting! Analysis. Edvard Munch: a troubled artist To understand the work of Edvard Munch (1863-1944) a little better, we must look […] April 20, 2021April 20, 2021