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Montmartre: Bohemian Haven
What is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Paris? When you ascend up the hills of Paris, it will lead you straight to a village known as Montmartre. Known for its artistic heritage,…
Théâtre des Champs-Elyées: A theater that set both an architectural precedent as well as sparked a riot.
In 1913 the completion and inauguration of the Théâtre des Champs-Elyées represented a new age in architectural style, construction, and the arts. It was poised at a crucial point between the…
Charles Garnier & the Palais Garnier: A competition to create one of Paris' most iconic opera houses with obstacles including war, a ravaging fire, and a designer's dream to fulfill the extravagant wishes of the rich while doing so in an extremely short period of time. This is Charles Garnier's life and his ultimate masterpiece — The Palais Garnier.
Paris in the 1800s was a time of grand historical figures, disputes of religion, the call of revolution, and, of course, extravagant architecture. As many Parisians believed during this time, “there…
L'Olympia: A stage fit for only the best – The Beatles, Aretha Franklin, Édith Piaf, and many more
As the epicenter of Parisian entertainment since the late 19th century, the stage at L' Olympia has become a home for many iconic performers such as The Beatles, Édith Piaf, Aretha Franklin, The…