French history
Paris and Ile de France
Executioners from father to son: the Sansons family
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The first of them fainted during his first execution, and no one would have bet that he would be the origin of the most famous dynasty of executioners in French history. One member of the family beheaded Louis XVI, Marie-Antoinette and the most famous names of the French Revolution. Another died in a work accident, and the last was fired for playing cards with the guillotine... Discover the astonishing story of the Sanson dynasty.
French culture
Paris and Ile de France
The croissant: a French delicacy from elsewhere...
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It's one of France's most famous delicacies: the croissant. It's one of the first things tourists eat, and has been a symbol of breakfast, vacations and indulgence for the French for quite some time. Not as long as you might think, in fact, since not only did the croissant arrive from Austria in the 19th century, but it was only in the 20th century that it made its mark in France. Today, 1.8 billion are sold every year. Some good, some bad. With Monsieur de France, discover the history of the croissant.
Tourism
Paris and Ile de France
The Eiffel Tower: 10 fun and surprising facts
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It's the most famous symbol of Paris and France: the Eiffel Tower. With Monsieur de France, discover 10 answers to the questions you've been asking about Monsieur Eiffel's Tower, and even answers to the questions you haven't!
Tourism
Paris and Ile de France
The Triumphal Arch of Paris : Glory in the Stone
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The Arc de Triomphe, whose real name is "l'arc de triomphe de l'étoile", is at the same time one of the most beautiful monuments of Paris, the glory of France of the battles in the stone and a sacred place of meditation. Monsieur de France tells you its history and reveals some of its secrets.
Tourism
Paris and Ile de France
TOP 5 of the most beautiful bridges in Paris
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Paris is also the Seine, and on the Seine there are bridges. Some of them are huge works of art and deserve, by themselves, a real discovery when visiting Paris. History, anecdotes... Whether you go under or over : here are the 5 most beautiful bridges of Paris and some surprises.
Tourism
Paris and Ile de France
Montmartre: the beautiful highest point in Paris
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It is the highest point of Paris: 130 meters. It is also one of the emblems of the French capital. You can find everything that makes the Paris of postcard: small streets, cafes ... All around the huge Basilica of the Sacré-Coeur, one of the most famous monuments of France. Discovery of the history of Montmartre and zoom on the places to see.
French cooking
Paris and Ile de France
How to make the queen of soups: du Barry's cream
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C'est une délicieuse recette que la crème du Barry. Elle nous vient tout droit de la Cour de Versailles où elle a été inventée pour Jeanne Bécu, Comtesse du Barry, maîtresse royale et gourmande qui avait demandé à son chef de lui concocter un plat sympa à base de chou-fleur.
Tourism
Paris and Ile de France
The Stade de France : 25 years of sports and emotions
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It was inaugurated by the famous 1998 soccer world cup which saw the victory of France and since then many emotions have been experienced at the Stade de France while waiting to experience those that will offer us the Rugby World Cup 2023 and the Olympic Games 2024...
Monsieur de France takes you to discover the Stade de France, its history, and the practicalities of getting there.
Tourism
Paris and Ile de France
What is the most beautiful square in Paris? The Concorde !
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Located at the beginning of the avenue des Champs-Elysées, near the "tuileries" garden, not far from the National Assembly, the Grand Palais, but also from the Louvre or the Madeleine, it is the most beautiful square in Paris. Started in the 18th century, when it was still a pretty green area at the exit of Paris, it was embellished in the 19th century by the arrival of the incredible 3,000 year old obelisk, and by a whole series of fountains, street lamps and statues that make it magnificent... Discover the history of the Place de la Concorde. A bloody story...
Tourism
Paris and Ile de France
How to visit the Louvre, the largest museum in the world?
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It is the largest museum in the world and also one of the oldest in the world. Before becoming a place of culture, the Louvre was the home of the kings of France in Paris and its walls have seen many of the greatest moments in French history. With Monsieur de France, discover the history of the Louvre and our tips for a pleasant visit...
