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Paris neighbourhoods: Discovering the ancient 5th arrondissement
Paris neighbourhoods: Discovering the ancient 5th arrondissement

France 24

time26-06-2025

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  • France 24

Paris neighbourhoods: Discovering the ancient 5th arrondissement

In this edition of French Connections, Genie Godula and Florence Villeminot take you to the oldest district in Paris: the fifth arrondissement. First built by the Romans as part of the ancient city of Lutetia, the 5th is also a very young area, filled with students from several top universities and some of the best prep schools in France. The area is a window into Arab culture as well. It's home to both France's biggest mosque and the incredible Arab World Institute. Join us for a tour of the Latin Quarter and beyond.

Paris neighbourhoods: Exploring the trendy and historic 12th arrondissement
Paris neighbourhoods: Exploring the trendy and historic 12th arrondissement

France 24

time30-05-2025

  • Entertainment
  • France 24

Paris neighbourhoods: Exploring the trendy and historic 12th arrondissement

In this French Connections Plus, Genie Godula and Florence Villeminot continue their tour of Paris with a stop in a once-gritty, now-trendy district: the 12th arrondissement. Situated in the east of the French capital, the area was exempt from taxation for generations, making it a haven for both artisans and incredible markets like the marché d'Aligre, one of the oldest in Paris. The 12th is filled with culture and history as well. The incredible Bastille opera house was built to celebrate the bicentennial of the French revolution, right near the site of the prison where it began. Join us on a tour of Paris's largest arrondissement: the 12th.

Paris neighbourhoods: Discovering the sophisticated 7th arrondissement
Paris neighbourhoods: Discovering the sophisticated 7th arrondissement

France 24

time24-04-2025

  • Entertainment
  • France 24

Paris neighbourhoods: Discovering the sophisticated 7th arrondissement

France 13:15 Issued on: 13:15 min In this edition of French Connections Plus, Genie Godula and Florence Villeminot continue their tour of Paris with a stop in one the capital's most sophisticated arrondissements: the 7th. The area is rich with political and military history and filled with monuments like the Eiffel Tower and the gold-domed Invalides, where Napoleon is buried. It's also rich, full stop! The 7th has been home to the French upper classes since the 17th century and that opulence is reflected in its many mansions that now house embassies and museums. Join us on a tour of the sophisticated 7th arrondissement!

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