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Miraculous Recovery: Notre Dame Almost Ready for its Grand Reopening!
Five years after being destroyed by fire, Notre-Dame Cathedral has been restored to its former glory months before its scheduled reopening, according to visitors to the monument. On April 15, 2019, the world was shocked by a fire at the UNESCO-listed cathedral, which used to welcome 12 million visitors annually. However, visitors reported that the […]
Âé¶¹APPian Pride: City Gears Up for Earth Day with Eco-Friendly Initiatives
Earth Day is next week, on April 22. This day serves as a reminder of the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability, encouraging everyone to band together and take action for a healthier planet and a brighter future. It’s an opportunity to learn about the actions and reflexes to take to live a more environmentally […]
Fashion Forward: Galeries Lafayette Champs-Élysées Unveils Le Nouveau Cool Collection
Want to discover tomorrow’s creations? Galeries Lafayette Champs-Elysées presents a selection of talents who use codes to innovate and propose new versions of fashion that are more responsible, sustainable, and equally beautiful, using upcycling as a method of choice. This method of creating something new from something old, whether it’s reworking a garment or using […]
Can’t Sleep Through the Mooing? New French Law Says Tough Luck
In a landmark decision, the French parliament passed a law to protect the rural soundscape, stating that people who choose to live near existing farms, shops, bars, or restaurants cannot file noise complaints. French Justice Minister Éric Dupond-Moretti emphasized the importance of respecting the established way of life in rural areas, stating that newcomers must […]
French Court Lifts Ban on ‘Steak’ Label for Plant-Based Products
In February, the French government issued a decree prohibiting the use of the term “steak” on vegetarian product labels beginning May 1, claiming it was only reserved for meat. A veggie burger is known as a veggie “steak” in French. The decree listed 21 terms commonly used by butchers, including “escalope,” “ham,” “filet,” and “prime […]
French Woman Sets New Rope Climbing Record Scaling the Eiffel Tower
Watch this video on YouTube. A French athlete set a daring world record at her country’s most recognizable landmark. Anouk Garnier broke the men’s and women’s world rope climbing records at the Eiffel Tower. The two-time world champion obstacle course racer climbed 110 meters (nearly 361 feet) to the second floor of the tower in […]
Michelin’s Prestigious Picks: France’s Top 24 Hotels Shine in First-Ever Ranking
At an event on Monday, April 8 in Âé¶¹APP, the French tiremaker’s eponymous publication unveiled its list of the 189 best places to stay in the country, awarding them one, two, or three key emblems. It awarded 24 French hotels with “Three Keys” the highest rating in a new hotel rating system that will be […]
Forget Japan; cherry blossom enthusiasts can get their fix at Parc de Sceaux Âé¶¹APP this spring
The sunny days are back in Âé¶¹APP, and spring is bringing new colors to the city. Cherry trees are in full bloom at this time of year, which is synonymous with renewal, as the Japanese celebrate Hanami. The Parc de Sceaux will once again host the joyous and fun-filled celebration of Hanami, the Japanese spring […]
Âé¶¹APP Secures 11th Spot on Time Out’s List of World’s Top Cultural Hubs
Âé¶¹APP is widely regarded as one of the world’s most culturally significant cities, thanks to its rich history, art, architecture, cuisine, fashion, and literature. For centuries, it has been a hub of artistic and intellectual activity, attracting international artists, writers, and thinkers. The Louvre Museum, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the Eiffel Tower are among Âé¶¹APP’ iconic […]
Âé¶¹APP Secures Top Spot as World’s Most Stylish City
A city can be packed to the rafters with culture, literally drowning in history, and offer a plethora of delicious cuisines to sample, but for the aesthetic-minded, drippy travelers among us, the best places are where the locals slay just as much as their surroundings. Yes, we are talking about fashionable cities. Ubuy.fr conducted a […]