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Modern Art Fair
Place de la Bastille.
28 April 2008
Place de la Bastille is one of the most famous attractions of Paris, best known for the Bastille prison which used to stand there until July 14, 1789, when it was destroyed during the French Revolution. But it is not only history that attracts tourists to the site - various events are organised here as well. One of them is the biannual Grand Marché de l'Art Contemporain - La Bastille Modern Art Fair, which takes place 29 April - 4 May 2008. The event attracts around 500 artists and 40,000 visitors, who arrive to Place de la Bastille to observe numerous artworks, including canvasses, ceramics and installations, created by the city's most talented artists. The subject for this spring is "horses." Next event will take place in October, and it will focus on Cartography.
Chateau de Versailles' fountains go green
Reconstruction will help reduce water consumption.
29 April 2008
The famous sculptural fountains at the Chateau de Versailles (in the outskirts of Paris), will undergo a major reconstruction which will help reduce water consumption.
A total of 4,500 litres of water is used by the fountains per hour in dry seasons. Just like three centuries ago, water is delivered by Machine de Marly - a system of huge waterwheels and pumps that take water from the Seine river. The project will allow channeling 1.6 million sq m of rain water from a reservoir at Sataury Plateau into the chateau's Pice d'Eau des Suisses.
Before the modern system was built, water had been collected by various means: canals, pumps, gravitational hydraulics, Pompe water tower.. Even then its amount was not enough to make all the fountains operate. The new system could improve the situation. Reconstruction will take five years.
Foire de Paris
Paris Expo - Porte de Versailles.
29 April 2008
First organised in 1904, the "Foire de Paris" is a huge annual commercial fair, held in Paris Expo (at the Porte de Versailles) and dedicated to consumption, leisure and traveling. Foire de Paris includes several shows, like the Concours Lépin, dedicated to innovations and trendy creations, and an interactive exhibition with discovery circuits, called "Passions, nos sens dans tous les sens". Visitors can wander around three spaces focused on such topics as home, leisure and world culture. The first, "House and environment", consists of house shows (installation and improvement of the home). "Well-being and Leisure" includes activities on leisure, do-it-yourself and the wellbeing. The "Cultures of the world" helps you discover the heritage of more then 70 world countries. This year the dates for the event are: 30 April to 12 May 2008.
Le Jardin Shakespeare. An Open-Air Theatre
European plays outdoors.
30 April 2008
Every spring the Jardin Shakespeare in Paris turns into an open-air theatre, welcoming visitors for classic plays both in French and English. Set within the Pré Catelan public park in the heart of the Bois de Boulogne, the Jardin Shakespeare consists of five smaller gardens, called after the Shakespeare's world-known plays: "A Midsummer Night's Dream", "Macbeth", "Hamlet", "The Tempest" and "As You Like It".
Thanks to its enchanting atmosphere and the stage setting, with plants and flowerbeds, the place is perfect for an outdoor performance. This year the open-air festival starts May 1st with a show of Scottish folk dancing, and focuses on European plays. The highlights of the event are: La Locandiera by Carlo Goldoni, Twelfth Night and A Midsummer's Night Dream by Wiliam Shakespeare, and Les Plaideurs by Jean Racine.
Wax statue of Shahrukh Khan
At the Grevin Wax Museum.
30 April 2008
Visitors to the Grévin Wax Museum in Paris can now observe a new attraction - wax statue of the popular Indian actor Shahrukh Khan, who works in Bollywood films. To mark the event there was a closed ceremony organised inside the museum. The star appeared at the ceremony with his wife Gauri Khan and his friend Karan Johar, a filmmaker, and was welcomed by African and Indian dancers along with a crowd of fans eager to get autographs.
This is the second Khan's wax statue in one of the prestigious wax museums. The first was unveiled in London's Madame Tussauds' museum in 2007. This indicates the growing success and popularity of the actor and the Indian cinema in Europe.
The Grévin Wax Museum was founded in 1882 by the French journalist Arthur Meyer, who collaborated with a cartoonist, sculptor and a costume designer Alfred Grevin. Shahrukh is the second Indian, after Mahatma Gandhi, to get his statue at the museum.
Napoleon - Symbols of power under the Empire
The Musee des Arts decoratifs.
04 May 2008
Current exhibition at The Musée des Arts décoratifs is entitled "Napoléon - Symboles des pouvoirs sous l'Empire" (Napoleon - Symbols of power under the Empire) and, as the name suggests, is dedicated to decorative arts during the Napoleonic period, which started as the fourth and the final stage of the French Revolution, and ended with Napoleon's defeat at Waterloo. Many objects are of course the symbols of the ruler's power. However, the exhibition also encourages us to "put aside our prejudices that are tied to Napoleonic symbols" and discover some 250 exhibits selected from the most prestigious museums of the region. Those are golden and silver pieces, plates, furniture, textile, ceramics, wallpapers etc. with eagles, butterflies, flowers, swans and other "non-Napoleonic" objects depicted on them. Visit the exhibition until October 5th.
Kylie Minogue
Palais Omnisports De Paris Bercy.
06 May 2008
The famous Australian singer, songwriter and actress, the sparkling Kylie Minogue performs at the Palais Omnisports De Paris Bercy May 6th. Kylie started her career in the Australian soap opera "Neighbours" - however, nowadays everybody knows her as an Australian Grammy award-winning pop queen, also renowned for her elaborate music videos and spectacular performances. The one is Paris promises to be of no exception.
Kylie is one of the few artists who successfully returned to stage after a period of silence, with the single "Can't Get You Out of My Head." Her tenth album, "X", was released on November 26, 2007 and became a great success. Don't miss your chance to hear her new songs live.
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List of Paris hotels from Hotel Scribe Paris managed by Sofitel to Ibis Paris Gare de Lyon Ledru Rollin 12eme
1 rue Scribe
Sofitel Paris le Scribe is a deluxe hotel that belongs to the Accor hotel chain and presents the high quality of service and accommodation.
Hotel Sezz Paris
6 Avenue Fremiet
Based in a calm street , next to the Seine river, this fashionable hotel enjoys spacious guest rooms and well-appointed bathrooms.
Hotel Sofia
21 Rue Sofia
A few minutes from Butte Montmartre and located in a shopping area but remaining very quiet, our hotel, the Hotel Sofia, is clean and comfortable. Our guest rooms are equipped with shower and toilet, telephone and TV in some rooms.
Hotel Square
3 Rue de Boulainvilliers
Hotel Square is an elegant comfortable 4 star hotel filled with warmth and hospitality.
Hotel Tamaris
14 rue des Maraichers
The fully renovated Tamaris hotel offers a perfect location for your leisure stays in Paris -From the nearby underground station you have direct access to Gare de Lyon railway station - Bastille - Louvre museum - Champs Elysees ...
Hotel Therese
5 rue Therese
The newly-revived Therese is luscious - smart yet relaxingly informal - contemporary yet classic - Rich dark colours with a few bright surprises provide the hotel with a warm - superior and comfortable atmosphere - According ...
Hotel Trois Couronnes
30 rue Arc de Triomphe
The Hotel Trois Couronnes is located in a really pleasant and peaceful area. Just five minute walking from Champs Elysees the Arc-The Triumph Arch and 15 minutes to the Congress Center.
Hotel Troyon Paris
10 Rue Troyon
Recently refurbished the Troyon Hotel is ideally situated to enjoy a pleasant stay in central Paris. The hotel is located in a chic district of Paris alongside the Arc de Triomphe and 200meters away from the Champs Elysees.
Hotel Turenne le Marais
6 rue de Turenne
In the heart of the Marais area, member of Les Hi??tels France Patrimoine, the Hotel Turenne Le Marais offers 41 rooms and junior suites in a very cosy setting. This Hotel benefits from a central location, near the Place des Vosges, the Bastille, Notre Dame Cathedral and the Picasso Museum.
Hotel Val Girard
14 Rue Petel
Hotel Val Girard is situated in the quiet and green 15th district of Paris - between Montparnasse Station - the exhibition park of Porte de Versailles and the Eiffel Tower - Conveniently located on the corner of Vaugirard ...
Hotel Vaneau Saint Germain
86 rue Vaneau
Near the Saint-Germain-des-Pri??s area and the Orsay Museum, member of Les Hi??tels France Patrimoine, the Hotel Vaneau Saint Germain offers 39 subtly refined rooms. The decor of its rooms, which is original for the stained-glass windows and marble fireplaces, lets our imagination carry us to the atmosphere of the 19th century.
Hotel Verlain
97 Rue Saint Maur
The 3 star hotel Verlain offers warm hospitality with a professional staff at your service. It is just a short distance from fine dining, shopping and entertainment. The 38 hotel rooms are equipped with a private bathroom/shower, wireless internet and satellite TV.
Hotel Vernet
25 rue Vernet
Vernet Hotel offers 42 delightful rooms and suites, provided with excellent furnishings and unique decor. Guest rooms are equipped with mini bar, Pay TV, climate control system, ensuite bathroom with hairdryer, safe.
Hotel Victor Masse
rue Victor Massi?? 32bis
The Hotel Victor Massi?? offers you the charm and comfort to be found with traditional top quality hotel service. In an ideal location between the Opera and the Sacri??-Coeur, just a step away from the main shops and close to the theaters and cabarets.
Hotel Villa Fenelon Paris
23 rue Buffault
The 2 Star Hotel Villa Fenelon is a typical Parisian property; with a warm ambience; a refined interior and a lush garden where you can enjoy a moment of peace; away from the hectic city life; surrounded by greenery and flowers.
Hotel Waldorf Montparnasse
17 rue du Depart
Hotel Waldorf A charming 3 star hotel in the heart of Montparnasse Left Bank. Two steps from the Maine Montparnasse Tower- next to the TGV railway station- with a direct access to Porte de Versailles.
Hotel Wallace
89 rue Fondary
The Hotel Wallace is a charming 3 star city hotel with 35 rooms-only a few minutes from the Invalides and the Eiffel Tower, within easy access to the Exhibition Centre Porte De Versailles.
Hyatt Regency ParisCharles De Gaulle
351 Ave du Bois de la Pie BP 42048 - Paris Nord II
First choice for conferences, meetings and business travellers. Ideally located within the perimeter of Charles de Gaulle International Airport, its TGV train station and Le Bourget Airport, adjacent to Paris Nord Villepinte exhibition centre, 25 minutes from Disneyland Paris and 20 minutes from the Paris International Golf Club.
Hyatt Regency ParisMadeleine
24 Boulevard Malesherbes
Unique Hyatt Regency Paris Madeleine has a great location in the centre of Paris, next to the famous avenue Faubourg Saint Honore,
Ibis Paris Gare de L' Est 10eme
6, Rue St Laurent
The Ibis Paris Gare de l'Est 10i??me hotel is located in north-east Paris, 2 km from the Sacri?? Coeur basilica, 4 km from Notre Dame de Paris cathedral and 5 km from the Arc de Triomphe.
Ibis Paris Alesia Montparnasse 14eme
49, rue des Plantes
The Ibis Paris Ali??sia Montparnasse hotel is located in the centre of Paris, 3 km from the Exhibition Centre at Porte de Versailles, 4 km from the Latin Quarter and 5 km from the Eiffel Tower.
Ibis Paris Avenue D Italie Hotel
15, BIS AVENUE D ITALIE
Simple two-star hotel. It has recently been total renovated and furnished according to Ibis chain standards. All necessary facilities are available. The common areas and rooms are furnished sparingly, but they are efficient and welcoming.
Ibis Paris Bastille Faubourg Saint Antoine 11eme
13 Rue Trousseau
The Ibis Paris Bastille Saint Antoine hotel is located in the centre of Paris, close to the Bastille Opera House, the Place de la Bastille and the Marais district. The Gare de Lyon is 800 m from the hotel.
Ibis Paris Bastille Opera 11eme
15 rue Breguet
Hotel Ibis Paris Bastille Opera 11eme is situated in the middle of Paris, a short walking distance to the Marais region and the Bastille Opera House.
Ibis Paris Bercy Village 12eme
19, place des Vins de France
The Ibis Bercy Village hotel is located in the center of the lively village of Cour St-Emilion, near to the business district and the Palais Omnisport de Bercy arena. With the metro just 219 yards (200 m) away, you can get to the center of Paris in under15 minutes.
ibis Paris Berthier Porte de Clichy
163 bis avenue de Clichy
Located in the district of Montmartre, the ibis Paris Berthier Hotel is well served by metro, RER and bus, for easy access to the Champs Elysi??es, Eiffel Tower, Stade de France and the Porte Maillot convention center.
Ibis Paris Brancion Parc des Expositions 15eme
105, rue Brancion
From February 13, 2012 until March 16, 2012, our hotel's 7 floors will not be accessible by elevator, which is being renovated. The ibis Paris Brancion Parc des Expositions 15i??me hotel is located 109 yds (100 m) from the ...
Ibis Paris Convention 15eme
5 Rue Eugi??ne Gibez
The Ibis Convention XV hotel is located in the south of Paris, on metro line 12 (Convention station), 800 m from the Palais des Sports and the Porte de Versailles exhibition centre and 2 km from Aquaboulevard.
Ibis Paris Gare de Lyon Diderot 12eme
31 Bis Boulevard Diderot
The Ibis Gare de Lyon Diderot hotel is located in the centre of Paris, close to the Bastille Opera House, the Couli??e Verte, the Jardin des Plantes and the Palais Omnisport de Bercy.
Ibis Paris Gare de Lyon Ledru Rollin 12eme
41/43 avenue Ledru Rollin
The Ibis Paris Gare de Lyon Ledru Rollin hotel is located in the centre of Paris, 500 m from the Jardin des Plantes and 2 km from Notre Dame. The railway station is 300 m away and the airport 15 km from the hotel.