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Events in Paris

Saturday, May 26th, 2007

Jean-Charles de Castelbajac



On Thursday after the final presentation, our dean madame Walker brought us to the Musee Galliera for Jean-Charles de Castelbajac's exhibition.

Though not a real fan of this French Marquis/designer, I adore his creativity and imagination and his absorbtion of arts. Many of his works are heavily influenced by Andy Warhol - also not my favourite artist to be honest.

Nevertheless, it was a marvellous experience of strong ...

Tuesday, May 22nd, 2007

Hotel de Ville



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Since 1357, the city of Paris' adminitration has been located on the same place where the Hotel de Ville, city hall, stands today. The square in front of the Hotel de Ville building was a huge gathering place for public executions. Although there are still many ceremonies executed there for the public these days, only the traffic is deadly.

Sometimes, in the summer, if you ...

Thursday, May 17th, 2007

Galerie of Galeries



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Apart from being arguably the most famous Parisian department store that attracts innumerous amounts of tourists and locals each day, Galeries Lafayette pays tribute to the world of design. On the first floor among all the big name designers, the department store provides a exhibition space "Galerie des Galeries" featuring all year long different breathtaking, and thought provoking designs from the talented fashion students from ESMOD ...

Thursday, March 29th, 2007

Free-rollin' in Paris: Vélib' bike rentals make getting around more fun



You can forget about squeezing into a crowded metro this summer. The city of Paris has unveiled its best idea yet for tourists and city dwellers alike: Vélib', a self-service bike rental service.

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With a station every 300 meters and 24/7 access, you won't waste another minute underground. Unlike private bike rental agencies, this public service is highly affordable and practical, with three membership programs and ...

Wednesday, March 14th, 2007

Live poets society


I arrive late, the event organizer is going through the ritual of introducing a poet, who is going to shortly do a live a reading of their work. Sat on a bench, are two other poets who will shortly get their turns, one of them is known to me and has a slightly edgy pensive look. People are scattered incongruously around the sizable cave of a Scottish pub, which is ...