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Le Carnaval Tropical de Paris 2015

Le Carnaval Tropical de Paris 2015

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This weekend some friends and I decided to head to Le Marais. After getting off the metro at Saint Paul, we were welcomed not only by the insanely hot weather but also with amazing sounds and rush of people. We had just entered into the Le Carnaval Tropical de Paris (Tropical Carnival of Paris). And no one was expecting this! Moving from Bastille Square through Rue Saint Antoine, then onto Rue de Rivoli towards the Place de l’Hôtel de ville and back round to Bastille – Le Carnaval Tropical de Paris was an amazing experience and spectacle. The carnival was originally composed for the metropolis of West Indians, however now it has become so much more – hosting countries from all over the world. Whilst there, we were able to see dancers from Colombia and Brazil, just to name a few. Le Carnaval Tropical de Paris truly aims to represent all the different cultures in the world in one united parade. Le Carnaval Tropical de Paris was a feast for the eyes (and ears!), with …

Fête de la Musique 2015, Paris

Fête de la Musique 2015, Paris

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Every year, Paris celebrates the summer solstice with the annual Fête de la Musique – showcasing a wide variety of free music concerts throughout the city. With music on show from all different types of genres, there is something for everyone to hear and experience during the Fête de la Musique. With so many different performances, it was really difficult to decide where to go and who to see. So thanks to the handy A Nous Paris guide, I was able to make the most of the day. First off I headed to the Jardin des Tuileries, where there were a number of live jazz ensembles. With people enjoying the music and sun under those famous Manet trees, it was easy to see why so many love Fête de la Musique. From there, I headed over to meet some friends at Place de la Republique and also by the Canal Saint-Martin. This was one of the main areas for those attending Fête de la Musique. With a massive stage, and an even bigger crowd, it was an awesome place and atmosphere …

Summer in Montmartre, Paris

Roses at Sacré-Cœur, Montmartre

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Summer has truly arrived here in Paris, which means that not only is it beautiful sunny weather but it is also the perfect time to go exploring around the city! Last week I headed to the 18th arrondissement, to the Basilique du Sacré-Cœur in Montmartre, and had a wonderful afternoon wandering the streets. Whilst there, it was hard not to be impressed by the stunning array of roses that have blossomed. Located in the Square Louise Michel Park, these gorgeous flowers welcome those heading up towards the Church. You can never have too many photos of flowers, right?  

Summer at the Jardins de Versailles

Hot summers day at the Jardin de Versailles

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For those who don’t know, summer has officially arrived in Paris. This last week it has felt like we were physically on the surface of the sun (well, of course not, but a bit of drama adds to the retelling!), it was h-o-t. HOT. On Friday it got to over 32 degrees, and even went above that in certain areas around the city. Don’t get me wrong, I love summer. But it gets a bit draining when you feel as if you’re about to melt. Despite the constant sensation of imminent combustion, my friends and I headed over to the Jardin de Versailles to soak up the sun, and enjoy this magnificent weather. The last time I came to the gardens, and the Chateau itself, was back at Christmas. So it was refreshing to see the place during a different season. We spent most of the day relaxing by the Grand Canal, watching the people row. After an obligatory ice-cream stop, we headed around the gardens and the outside of the Palace to have a look. …

The Eiffel Tower and Blossom, Spring in Paris

Mon retour à Paris – Back to Paris

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These past recent weeks seem to be flying by, and much too quickly for my liking. The last two weeks have been the holidays for me, which included travelling down to the South of France and then heading back over to England to spend time with my family. Not only have the weeks gone incredibly quickly, but I cannot believe that it’s May already! Where did April go? For me, this means that the clock has begun ticking towards my departure from Paris, and it makes me really sad just thinking of leaving my French family and life here. However, I shall not be down the last two months I have here, but will make the most of the time I have left here in this beautiful city. That includes visiting places I have never been before, as well as trying my hardest to blog all about them.

Notre-Dame Cathedral and Cherry blossom, Paris in Spring

The blossom of Notre-Dame

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Just when you thought Paris couldn’t get any more beautiful,  it can. Surrounding Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Square Jean XXIII is in full bloom. So after school one day I could not resist paying a little visit to attempt to capture the charm of the scene. I have never really been a massive fan of the colour pink, but I think spending my Spring in Paris has totally made me change my mind. Don’t forget, you can view all the photos that I took here on my Flickr account: https://www.flickr.com/photos/roisingrace/sets/72157651966672755/