Articles related to "Montmartre"

This easy walking tour has clear directions to visit Pigalle, the Moulin Rouge, Place du Tertre, Sacre Coeur and two shops used in the French classic movie "Amelie".

No trip to Paris is complete without a visit to Montmartre, an area known for its energetic nightlife.

"Murder in Montmartre" is the lastest in a series of Paris-based murder mysteries, featured young, edgy private detective, Aimee Leduc.

Yes, you can see Paris in a day! But be prepared to keep your feet moving as you dash between some of the French capital's most iconic landmarks.

Paris has many cemeteries, however the three that attract the most visitors are the Cimetière du Père Lachaise, Cimetière de Montmartre and Cimetière du Montparnasse.

Paris is the city of romance, and the city of sex and love. The Erotic Museum in Pigalle, near the Moulin Rouge and Montmartre, continues those great French traditions

The catacombs, rich with history, are one of the most unique and fascinating tourist attractions in Paris. Recently, they have been closed indefinitely due to vandalism.

Views of the French capital by Impressionists Caillebotte and Monet and Post-Impressionists Van Gogh and Seurat.

Explore diverse areas of Paris for an eclectic mix of places well known and other less trodden - from street markets to a Campari on the elegant Champs Elysees.

Beautiful and free-spirited Suzanne Valadon went from artist's model to artist and led a truly bohemian life.

Picasso's depression over the 1901 suicide of his friend Carlos Casagemas initiated a series of somber yet striking paintings known as The Blue Period.

Contemplate the impressionistic beauty of spring in works by Alfred Sisley, Claude Monet, Camille Pissarro, Childe Hassam and Willard Metcalf.

Spring is the best time to see Paris. It can be hot in summer, with queues everywhere. Go early in the year explore this lovely city in comfort and 'relaxez-vous'.

Paris is for lovers, but it doesn't have to cost a fortune. Eurolines Plus coach services is offering a special ticket deal from London for Valentines Day.

Paris is suited for strolling and taking in the local atmosphere without getting lost. The streets are well sign-posted which makes Paris ideal for exploring on foot.

Paris offers a complete menu of interesting attractions to keep one occupied for days. The following is a description of some of these sights.

In addition to the Louvre and Paris' famous modern art museums, the City of Light has a dozen quirky, off-beat museums that are sure to make a family trip memorable fun.

Both Degas and Toulouse-Lautrec created artworks in Paris that featured dancers. For Degas, it was the ballet and ballerinas. For Toulouse-Lautrec, it was the cancan

The French Expressionist artist, Jules Pascin, created beautiful paintings and drawings of naked women who were often prostitutes or artist's models.

For the Rugby World Cup 2007 budget accommodation in Paris and nearby Saint-Denis will be in great demand, as England, Ireland, France and South Africa all play matches

Will you go by car, train, bus, bike, or boat? The many ways to travel in Europe's excellent public transportation systems make it simple.

Paris, the city of light, is the most romantic city in the world, but many travellers overlook Paris when looking for a short break.

Paris is a city of iconic landmarks, the Eiffel Tower , Notre Dame and Sacre Coeur dominate the skyline. Use this quick guide to getting to these and other famous sights.

France brings up thoughts of bread, cheese, and wine, but there is so much more to this historically rich country. Discover monuments, beaches, wineries, and have fun!

When detective Aimee LeDuc gets a late night call for help, she finds an infant lying in her courtyard. Later, a woman is murdered nearby. Could it be the mother?

While Paris is a world class destination, there is no need to spend a fortune on lodgings. Check out these affordable hotel options.

The first Aimee LeDuc murder mystery takes readers through the intricate passageways of Paris' Marais district -- and of the city's past.

The magic of chocolate and prose combine in this sequel to Chocolat, weaving a spell over the reader until the very last word is consumed.

When Aimee's lost love suddenly returns to Paris, she is confused, even more when he asks her to marry him. By morning, however, he is dead.

Building a successful independent coffee shop is an art, but it is one that can be learned. These ten things are a must for building a customer base for an espresso bar.

Compact within its walls, it's a town to take slowly, high on a hilltop, walk the narrow streets amidst history's original medieval houses, public buildings and shops.

By merging agencies or forming affiliations, four North American and European groups have managed to dominate the world advertising business. Here's how they compare.

The fascinating and watery beauty of rain transforms works by artists Gustave Caillebotte, Hiroshige, J.M.W. Turner and Franz Marc.

This French writer and practitioner of realism, is more commonly known by his pen name Stendhal and has a syndrome named after him.

The art of the Middle Ages was subordinated to the Christian experience on an everyday level and helped to educate illiterate peasants about their faith and cosmology.

On October 21st, 2005, Butch Vig and Duke Erikson of Garbage dressed in drag and performed hours of cover songs in front of a crowd of fans and local friends.

Picasso's beautifully haunting Family of Saltimbanques shows the work of an artist moving from one phase of greatness to the next.

When you visit Paris, make sure to save some time to leisurely sit and watch the world go by in some of the most famous cafés in the world.

Set on the Paraná river, Argentina's lesser-known city of Rosario is known as both the Cradle of the Flag and City of Open Doors. But why?

Paris is known as the city for lovers, and as the city of museums. There's still plenty to entertain children of all ages, however, if you know where to look.

A history and overview of the Impressionism movement started by Edgar Degas, Claude Monet, Edouard Manet, and Pierre-Auguste Renoir, and Camille Pissarro.

Cultural attractions abound in France but top of the list are the French capital, Mont St Michel and its abbey and the restored medieval fortress of Carcassonne.

For 120 years Moulin Rouge has entertained millions of people and hosted illustrious names such as Edith Piaf, Liza Minnelli and Frank Sinatra. Today the magic continues.

BM shows for 2010 feature Toulouse-Lautrec prints, West African art, Greek and Roman sculptures, Chinese history and Ghulamreza Takhti depicted by Khosrow Hassanzadeh.

The French capital of Paris as seen through the eyes of painters Antoinette Haudebourt-Lescot, Jean Béraud, Pierre-Georges Jeanniot, Paul Signac and Édouard Vuillard.

Visiting Paris? The Gustave Moreau Museum, dedicated to the work and life of 19th c. painter Moreau, provides a non-traditional yet fascinating museum experience.

Renowned composers Chopin, Clara Schumann, Rimsky-Korsakov and Satie as painted by Eugène Delacroix, Johann Heinrich Schramm, Ilya Repin and Suzanne Valadon.

Makine explores the Soviet soul through the story of one man in this astonishing work of French/Russian fiction.

A visit to Paris isn't complete without seeing some of its churches. From the Middle Ages to the Age of Reason, all French history is here!

Paris is full of opportunities to experience art and culture in so many forms it can be dizzying. Here is a short list of museums to get you started.