The Guillotine was used in several different areas of Paris from the Louvre to Place de la Concorde, Hotel de Ville and also at the Prison de la Grand Roquette. The prison is no longer there but if you pay attention you can still see where the guillotine was installed. Whe Read the rest of this entry »
L’Escargot is one of the great typical French restaurants that is really worth trying. Found in the 1st district, 38 rue Montorgueil (Metro Etienne Marcel) you will find yourself in what one can only describe as a lovely old fashioned Parisian bistro. Read the rest of this entry »
In Paris you can hail a cab only when the “Taxi” light on top is illuminated. At peak hours it is advised to order a cab by phone (see my link page where you will find the telephone numbers for the big Parisian taxi firms). Meters start at 2-3 euros, a little more if you call in advance. drivers are not required to carry more than three passengersat a time, and you can be charged more for baggage, a fourth Read the rest of this entry »
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