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    The opulent Opéra de Paris Garnier was designed by Charles Garnier for Emperor Napoleon III. It is the most important symbol of the 19th century Second Empire baroque style. Construction of the opera...   more
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    A word to the wise: unless you are in an international chain like the Hilton or Sofitel, you may find French hotels a tad small. That's normal: there's less space in Europe and space is considered...   more
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One key to a wonderful visit to Paris is to recognize that that the French formality is cultural, rather than a coolness towards outsiders. "La Politesse" is an important ingredient in keeping...

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