La fontaine Médicis

The fountain was built in the 1600s in Marie de' Medici's palace but moved into what is now the Luxembourg gardens in the 1860s. It is a beautiful sight tucked away in a corner of the gardens. Easy to miss but worth the visit.

Paris - Au revoir

April 22nd 2019
We were rapidly coming to the end of our Paris stay. Funny how long a week seems when you’re waiting for it and how fast it goes when you are having fun. The Louvre Anyone who has been to the Louvre knows you can’t possibly see everything in one visit. Luckily we had been there before so we were able to concentrate on one area of interest: Egyptian antiquities. We hadn’t booked ticket ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France

Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more

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