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Lemon festival of menton

The fantastic lemon festival of Menton

2022-10-16 Elisabeth Perotin

Since 1934, during the second half of February, Menton has hosted an internationally renowned event: the Lemon Festival. Continue reading The fantastic lemon festival of Menton

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Cafe Pouchkine

Discover Parisian Delights at Café Pouchkine

2022-10-162025-04-02 Elisabeth Perotin

The Cafe Pouchkine has become an institution in Paris, inspired by the cuisine of the Tsars, it will also delight lovers of pastries… Continue reading Discover Parisian Delights at Café Pouchkine

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L'Arc de Triomphe

L’Arc de Triomphe, the largest in the world

2022-10-15 Elisabeth Perotin

L’ Arc de Triomphe is one of the symbols of Paris. But did you know that it was Napoleon who decided on its construction ? Continue reading L’Arc de Triomphe, the largest in the world

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colors Eiffel Tower

Exploring the Eiffel Tower’s Seven Color Changes

2022-10-152025-04-02 Elisabeth Perotin

Since its construction 133 years ago, the Eiffel Tower has had seven different colors ! Continue reading Exploring the Eiffel Tower’s Seven Color Changes

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Halloween in Paris

Where to celebrate Halloween in Paris ?

2022-10-15 Elisabeth Perotin

Do you want to celebrate Halloween in Paris? The Manoir de Paris is a must for shivering with family or friends… Continue reading Where to celebrate Halloween in Paris ?

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Blaise Pascal quotes

Blaise Pascal ‘s quotes

2022-10-14 Elisabeth Perotin

Blaise Pascal places the man in front of himself and makes an observation of emptiness and vacuity. Here are some famous quotes from the philosopher : Continue reading Blaise Pascal ‘s quotes

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Festival of lights Lyon

The magical festival of lights in Lyon

2022-10-142022-10-14 Elisabeth Perotin

The Festival of Lights in Lyon brings together several million visitors each year. But what is the origin of this magical party ? Continue reading The magical festival of lights in Lyon

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Kaysersberg

Discover Kaysersberg : Medieval Charm in Alsace

2022-10-142025-04-02 Elisabeth Perotin

In the middle of the Alsatian vineyards, discover Kaysersberg, a little gem of half-timbered houses, located near Colmar. Continue reading Discover Kaysersberg : Medieval Charm in Alsace

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Claude Cezanne

Visit Cezanne’s Haven : The Workshop in Aix-en-Provence

2022-10-142025-04-02 Elisabeth Perotin

Claude Cezanne had his own studio built in Aix en Provence in 1901, it has remained intact since his death. Continue reading Visit Cezanne’s Haven : The Workshop in Aix-en-Provence

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camille pissaro

Camille Pissarro : The Unsung Hero of Neo-Impressionism

2022-10-142025-04-02 Elisabeth Perotin

Camille Pissaro, master of Neo-Impressionism Camille Pissaro is not the best known of the impressionists and yet the artist played an essential role in art history. Continue reading Camille Pissarro : The Unsung Hero of Neo-Impressionism

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