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Les Catacombes

Posted on June 12, 2007 by Susie Hollands

3 to 5 metres deep, 300 km long, the city of Paris is sitting on a lacework of stone, much of which was used as a crypt when cemeteries were at breaking point. Delve deep into Parisian history with a trip below – not for the claustrophobic (or skeleton-ophobic). Entering the catacombs (anywhere other than… Read more

Vide Greniers and Brocantes in Paris

Posted on June 2, 2007 by Susie Hollands

This is a type of French garage sale (or car boot/jumble sale if you’re British)– the phrase vide grenier means”attic clearance”. Read more

La Fourmi

Posted on May 9, 2007 by Susie Hollands

The atmosphere in this bar on the edge of La Butte Montmartre is unlike any other in Paris. This bar/restaurant is named La Fourmi, a tribute to La Fontaine’s famous poem. It’s a big jumble of smoke, loud music, down-at-heel characters, naive looking young tourists, snogging couples and pick-up merchants. Not to be missed. Beats… Read more

Paris Libraries

Posted on May 9, 2007 by Susie Hollands

Image: Matthew Black My world expanded somewhat when I found out about Paris’s libraries. And all for free. There are even specialist Libraries in different arrondissement – 1er Music, 4eme Fine Arts, Graphic Arts, History of Paris (separate venues), 6eme Cinema and 13eme Women & Feminism. Access to Paris’s specialised libraries are available to everyone. To… Read more

Marché aux Puces/The Best Flea Markets in Paris

Posted on April 26, 2007 by Susie Hollands

Image: Jori Avlis Flea markets are a Paris institution. The love of antiques and vintage items – not to mention the treasure trove that some people with family heirlooms are sitting on – make these lively places where you can find some amazing pieces from all eras, or maybe just a special something that is… Read more