Tag: Paris in July
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The French Village That Sheltered 3,500 People — and Never Talked About It
High on a remote plateau in the Auvergne, the village of Le Chambon-sur-Lignon sheltered thousands of Jewish refugees during the Second World War — quietly, collectively, and with extraordinary courage.
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Best Day Trips from Paris: Eight Escapes Worth the Journey
Discover the best day trips from Paris — from Versailles and Giverny to Normandy, Reims, and the Loire Valley. Eight destinations worth the journey.
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The Night Before Bastille Day That Every French Town Takes Seriously
On 13th July, fire stations across France open their doors for the bal des pompiers — a street party tradition most tourists never know exists.