In the heart of Paris’s 5th arrondissement, the renowned Lycée Henri IV has since 1804 occupied the historic buildings of the former Sainte-Geneviève Abbey. Today, remnants of medieval structures and designated historical sites still bear witness to its rich heritage.
Did you know that in the Île-de-France region, more specifically in Essonne, there is a tower whose tilt is reminiscent of the Leaning Tower of Pisa? Here is the story of the Church of Saint-Martin d'Étampes and its astonishing leaning bell tower.
It's a sublime château-like mansion, and one of the few remaining vestiges of the medieval era in Paris. The Hôtel de Sens is a monument hidden away in the Marais district of Paris. What is its history and how can you visit it? We tell you all about it.
