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Category Archives: Hip Guide to France
Carrousel du Louvre
The Carrousel du Louvre is the shopping mall in the Louvre, mere steps away from the Tuillerie gardens. Large displays of art for sale are here, with organized fashion shows from time to time. A wonderful place to absorb the ever-changing Parisian art scene when visiting town, and the Louvre.
Info:
The Boutiques of the Carrousel du Louvre are near the Metro stops Palais-Royal Musée du Louvre and the Tuileries. Open daily except Sundays. Parking is available.
Address:
99, rue de Rivoli
Paris 75001
Maison Zen
If you are looking for a reasonable, clean and unique place to stay in Paris this is it. It is a Zen center that also rents out small apartments to tourists. English is the language spoken there. The folks who live there are friendly and do their best to make your stay enjoyable. It is three blocks from the Bastille metro stop and is in a cool neighborhood.
Visit the Market in Beaune
Visit the ancient city of Beaune, in the Burgundy region of France. This market is world famous and filled with goodies.
France Map
Explore France with this handy interactive map. Double-click to zoom in, and click and drag to move it around. You can change the view from terrain to a street map or a satellite view of the area you are interested in.
Map of France
Visit France with this map. Double-click to zoom in, click and drag to move it around. Change from satellite view to road map to combination maps.You can plan a driving tour through Bordeaux, visit Chambord, or just have fun with this map.
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Paris’ Moulin Rouge Show
The world famous Moulin Rouge Stage Show is highlighted.
Watch them do the Can Can!
Ten Things You Need to Know About Paris
Some good advice for those visiting Paris
Lille, France Walking Tour
This video tour highlights the beauty of Lille, France.
Public Holidays in France 2007
Public Holidays in France 2005 are:
Jan 1 New Year’s Day
Apri 9 Easter Monday
May 1 Labor Day
May 8 WWII Victory Day
May 17 Ascension Day
May 27-28 Pentacost Sunday and Monday
Jul 14 Bastille Day
Aug 15 Assumption
Nov 1 All Saints Day
Nov 11 Armistice Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day