Paris lives up to its reputation as a museum city: as we stroll through the city, we pass through the eras and make wonderful discoveries as we set out to conquer the rich heritage of the City of Light. And with each arrondissement having its own history and atmosphere, it's a pleasure to meet the different worlds that together make up the whole of Paris.
On the Left Bank, the 14th arrondissement is one of those Parisian neighborhoods where modern meets historic. This is where you'll find the capital's tallest skyscraper, the Tour Montparnasse, but it's also where you can delve into the bowels of Paris by visiting the catacombs. The 14th arrondissementis also the stronghold of artists past and present, and here we find ourselves at the crossroads between the typical Paris of yesteryear and the industrial era of which Gustave Eiffel is the standard-bearer and the contemporary.
Would you like to discover the treasures of this Parisian district? Let's take a look at what there is to visit in Paris' 14th arrondissement. With its monuments, museums and current cultural program, this district has a rich heritage not to be missed! By the way, stay tuned: this guide is updated as we make announcements and discoveries. Don't forget to check back regularly for other ideas for walks in the area!
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The Musée de la Libération de Paris, a visit to the heart of the Resistance
Lovers of contemporary history will be delighted by the new Musée de la Libération de Paris - Musée du Général Leclerc - Musée Jean Moulin. Inaugurated in August 2019, it brings together works and other historical documents from the Musée du Général Leclerc, originally located above the Gare Montparnasse, as well as from Antoinette Sasse and the Fondation du Maréchal Leclerc de Hauteclocque. [Read more]
The Catacombs of Paris, an unusual visit to the bowels of the capital
Have you ever ventured into the Catacombs of Paris? Let's go and discover this creepy brown place, known to all but where most have never been. A fascinating and historic site, a guided tour of the Catacombs is well worth the detour, as well as keeping you cool on hot days. [Read more]
