Once upon a time, there was the Ritz, or the beginnings of the modern hotel business
In the world of hotels, the Ritz is synonymous with excellence. The reputation of this Parisian establishment is well established: since its creation in 1898, the Ritz has seduced generations of guests, both anonymous and famous, including Ernest Hemingway, Coco Chanel, Proust and – more recently – Madonna, Rihanna and Anna Wintour, all of whom have […]
At the heart of the French Senate: visit of the Palais du Luxembourg
Since 1799, the Palais du Luxembourg has been home to the Senate, the upper chamber of the French Parliament, which, along with the National Assembly, holds legislative power. What is the history of this palace? And what can you see? In this article, you’ll find an overview of the Palais du Luxembourg, plus a few […]
Museums and monuments open at night in Paris
Which museum is open at night in Paris? Where can you visit an exhibition in Paris at night? Several museums open their doors in the evening, some are even open until midnight! So if you want to go and see an exhibition after work and enjoy more pleasant visiting conditions with generally less people, here is the […]
Black Indians at the Quai Branly-Jacques Chirac museum: the traditions of the New Orleans carnival
The Black Indians of New Orleans exhibition has just opened at the Quai Branly-Jacques Chirac Museum. Little known in France, the African-American custom of Mardi Gras Carnival in New Orleans is an exciting mix of traditions, beliefs and communities. A festivity rich in syncretism that is an opportunity to trace the history of African-Americans on […]
Facing the Sun, the dazzling exhibition at the Marmottan Monet museum
Throughout the ages, the sun has never ceased to inspire artists. This fascinating star by its brilliance, capable of being reborn every day, has been the central point of many paintings. This is notably the case in “Impression, soleil levant” (“Impression, Sunrise”), the mythical painting by Claude Monet in 1872, which gave its name to […]
What does the Hôtel de Matignon, the residence of the French Prime Minister, look like?
Since 1959, the Hôtel de Matignon has been the official workplace and residence of the French Prime Ministers. What does this private mansion, the French government’s top place, look like? Discover a glimpse of this so secret place! The history of the Hôtel de Matignon The private mansion of the princes and princesses of Monaco […]