Castel Béranger Launched the Fame of Young Hector Guimard
Read my story in French » Castel Béranger has long been on my list of places in Paris to explore. It finally made its way to the top of the list this year and I set out to explore the 16th arrondissement. Nestled between the Seine and the Bois de Boulogne, Castel Béranger, the first Art Nouveau building in Paris, is ...
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Paris Nouvelle Athènes Fascinating History & Lovely Doors to Photograph
Paris Nouvelle Athènes captured my attention because of the lovely doors I discovered during a morning walk. These ornate doors just begged to be photographed. So, what do you do while waiting for the hubby to get his pre-flight COVID-19 test? I headed north from our hotel, in the same direction as his pharmacy, to ...
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Rue des Martyrs -My Exploration to Delight the Tastebuds
Read my story in French » I must admit when I planned my exploration of Paris' rue des Martyrs, I made the conscious decision to skip breakfast and lunch.... and maybe even dinner. My decadent pleasure here on rue des Martyrs would be to sample and taste at will. What I found did not disappoint but it did leave me ...
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Rue Daguerre -A Lively Market Street Longing to be Explored
Read my story in French » Rue Daguerre market street is a delightful little street in Paris’ 14th arrondissement. The pedestrianized section of the street exudes both a liveliness and tranquility, leaving you with a neighborhood feel here in the heart of Paris. What Fun Awaits Near Rue Daguerre ? Even if you are just ...
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Spotlight on More Fascinating Art Nouveau
Fascinating Art Nouveau architecture abounds in the 16th and 7th arrondissements. Images of the door at 29 avenue Rapp are abundant on Facebook and Instagram....And with just reason! The door is spectacular. However, I will focus on a few of the Art Nouveau buildings found in the 6th and 14th arrondissements in this ...
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My Peaceful Sunday Morning Walk in the 6th
This was my last day in Paris and a peaceful walk or wander was in order. I wanted to be able to soak up all the ambience I could before leaving. No rushing about, no agenda, just purely being in the moment and enjoying every little thing Paris has to offer on a peaceful walk. I was up and out early and as I was just a 5 ...
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Saint-Germain-des-Prés: My Little Corner of Paris
Read my story in French » Saint-Germain-des-Prés was my little corner of Paris for this spring visit. I've always wanted to see Paris in April! To my delight, I found a place through AirBnb and its location was just perfect. I loved being near the hidden Square Roger-Stéphane. Just follow rue Récamier off of rue de ...
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