Discover Go out Museums and heritage Temporary exhibitions Looking for Freedom, El Anatsui’s poetic exhibition at the Paris Conciergerie In Paris, the Conciergerie is hosting “Looking for Freedom”, a carte blanche exhibition by the artist El Anatsui as part of the Africa 2020 Season. An ode to freedom that echoes the history of the monument, to be discovered until 14 November 2021. El Anastsui and the Africa2020 season Still little known to the French […] May 20, 2021May 20, 2021
Discover Go out The Cité Napoléon: the story of a working-class housing estate in Paris Paris is a city full of surprises that we never finish exploring! Among its hidden wonders, I present to you today the Cité Napoléon in the 9th arrondissement. In front of the rather banal porch of 58 rue de Rochechouart, it’s hard to imagine the surprising architecture that lies behind. However, if your curiosity drives […] May 11, 2021May 11, 2021
Discover Go out Museums and heritage The history of the Gaillard Hotel which became the Cité de l’Economie For several months now, the Cité de l’Economie has been helping you to decipher the major economic principles in a fun way. But the Cité de l’Economie also deserves to be discovered for its heritage. It is housed in the Hôtel Gaillard, a sumptuous late 19th-century private mansion whose neo-Gothic style is surprising in the […] May 10, 2021May 10, 2021
Discover Go out Museums and heritage Restoring the Hotel de la Marine : behind the scenes After having housed the Crown’s Garde-Meuble and then the french Ministry of the Navy for more than two centuries, the prestigious Hôtel de la Marine will soon add a new chapter to its history! Administered since 2016 by the Centre des Monuments Nationaux, this monument located in the heart of Paris, on Place de la […] April 29, 2021April 29, 2021
Discover Go out The unusual Désert de Retz, the garden of Enlightenment. In France, not far from Paris, in Chambourcy, a garden deserves to be discovered. The Désert de Retz, a witness to the Age of Enlightenment, is a place steeped in history as well as an invitation to contemplation. Why is it called that? What is its history? And what can you see there? Let’s go […] April 9, 2021April 9, 2021
Discover Go out Monuments and castles At the Versailles palace, the rebirth of the King’s corner cabinet At the Versailles palace, the King’s Corner Cabinet has just been restored to its former glory after 18 months of work. This room, which bears witness to the intimacy of the monarchs, allows us to discover one of the masterpieces of French furniture: the cylinder secretary ordered by Louis XV. One room, many lives The […] April 7, 2021April 7, 2021
The Conciergerie in Paris: the story of a palace turned prison It’s hard not to notice the long silhouette of the Conciergerie when walking along the banks of the Seine in Paris (France). With its medieval architecture, it is one of the most striking buildings in Paris. Former palace of the kings, then prison, then Palace of Justice, the Conciergerie has taken on many different roles […] July 27, 2021July 27, 2021
With the Triennial, Bruges celebrates contemporary art Every three years, the Bruges Triennial (Belgium) invites inhabitants and tourists to (re)discover the city through contemporary art and architecture. For the 2021 edition, to be discovered until October 24, 13 artists and architects have appropriated the historic heart of Bruges. Here is an overview of some of the works that await you. TraumA This […] July 20, 2021July 20, 2021
What to do in Bruges ? 10 must-see visits If you are looking for a city that is easily accessible, full of charm and capable of taking you back in time, then Bruges is THE city to visit. Set in the 16th century, this Belgian city gives the impression of walking in another era. With a great cultural program and many charming addresses, Bruges […] July 19, 2021July 20, 2021
Visit Saint-Etienne: 5 must-do activities A few kilometers from Lyon and only three hours by train from Paris, Saint-Etienne (France) is a city that lends itself particularly well to a city break. For a weekend or a few days, discover this former industrial city which has chosen culture to find a new dynamism. Between its numerous museums, its theaters or […] July 9, 2021July 20, 2021
What to do in Saint-Etienne? Cultural places to visit If you like culture, design and the performing arts, then Saint-Etienne is the city for you! This french former industrial city has been reinventing itself for a few years now through culture: with numerous museums and several theatres dedicated to live performances, there are many activities to choose from. Here is an overview of the […] July 5, 2021July 5, 2021
