Discover Point Nemo: the most isolated place on Earth Lost in the heart of the Pacific Ocean, Point Nemo is much more than just a geographical landmark. Located nearly 2,700 kilometres from the nearest land, this place is the pole of oceanic inaccessibility, the furthest point from any land surface. Fascinating and mysterious, it intrigues scientists and adventure-seekers alike. What is Point Nemo? Discovered in 1992 by […] December 10, 2024December 10, 2024
Discover Go out Museums and heritage Temporary exhibitions Dive into the poetic universe of Chiharu Shiota at the Grand Palais The Grand Palais in Paris is devoting an exceptional exhibition to Chiharu Shiota, the world-renowned Japanese artist, from December 11 2024 to March 19 2025. In an immersive scenography, this retrospective unveils more than 20 years of creation through monumental installations, sculptures and multimedia works. An unmissable event for lovers of contemporary art. Chiharu Shiota: […] December 10, 2024December 10, 2024
Discover Zoom in on How Victor Hugo saved Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris In 15 April 2019, the whole world watched helplessly as a devastating fire threatened to destroy one of France’s most precious symbols: Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris. Five years after the tragedy, the building has risen from the ashes, ready to welcome back the faithful and visitors alike. This resurrection is an opportunity to look back […] December 4, 2024December 4, 2024
Discover Go out Museums and heritage Temporary exhibitions Diving into the aestheticism of ocean liners : art embarks on a crossing at the Musée d’Arts de Nantes In Nantes, a city turned towards the ocean, the Musée d’arts is offering a fascinating escape into the golden age of the giants of the seas with the exhibition ” Liners 1913-1942, a transatlantic aesthetic “. This exhibition explores the influence of ocean liners on the art and design of the first half of the 20th century. […] November 6, 2024November 6, 2024
Discover Go out L’Escarboucle: the new École des Arts Joailliers bookshop in Paris In the 9e arrondissement of Paris, a stone’s throw from Drouot, the Opéra-Comique or the Musée Grévin, a new cultural venue has opened its doors : at 16 bis Boulevard Montmartre, L’École des Arts Joailliers has just moved into the sumptuous Hôtel de Mercy-Argenteau. This new address is home to a library, an exhibition space, introductory jewellery workshops and […] October 21, 2024October 21, 2024
Discover Go out 5 secret places in Paris: discover these little-known spots Paris is world-famous for its iconic monuments such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre and Montmartre. But beyond the tourist clichés, the French capital is full of unusual and little-known places that escape the crowds. If you want to get off the beaten track and discover a more intimate Paris, this article is for you. We reveal 5 […] October 18, 2024October 18, 2024
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