For the past few months, the city has been renovating Metro stations and I couldn't be happier with the results. The Trocadéro, which is a frequent stop or transfer point for me, looks absolutely fantastic. The lighting system is new and the familiar white tile is shiny, clean and bright.
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Culture and Tradition
The 14th of July
Paris is celebrating "le 14 Juillet" with a grand fireworks display at the Eiffel Tower. ...
The Tour Eiffel Celebrates 120 Years!
2009 Marks the 120th anniversary of the Tour Eiffel. It was constructed for the International Exposition of 1889 and it remained the tallest structure in the world until 1930. From now until August 31 an exhibition celebrating the work of Gustave Eiffel is being held at the Hotel de Ville.
On a ...
Purse Hanger
Several years ago, my friend Meredith came to a luncheon at my home. As a hostess gift, she gave me a purse hanger. I had never seen or heard of a purse hanger at the time, but I absolutely love this little thing. I can hang my handbag on the edge of just about any table, keeping it securely at my ...
Kandinsky at the Pompidou
As a Chicagoan, I think I'm naturally inclined to favor the Bauhaus School. So, the Kandinsky exhibit at the Pompidou Center was a "must see" for me. In Chicago, we are fortunate to have numerous buildings influenced by the Bauhaus architectural style and as well as a good number designed by ...
