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ONLY BE PARISIAN
Only-Be Parisian
Post-it in Paris: an urban war
In Paris, it has been said, there are few places where the sky is worth more than the ground. The pedestrian walks in a state of perpetual bewilderment, amazed at the endless series of erratic and random twists and turns that make up the heart of this city: a quintessential surrealist object in itself, as Walter Benjamin observed. The visitor’s eyes are drawn from different heights, from the mouth of the Guimard Metro and the glass blocks in certain streets to the gargoyles at the top of Notre-Dame which guard the city from evil. Almost every historical period and artistic style in European history has left its mark in Paris. As have Europe’s many wars. The city has undergone innumerable changes as its people have lived and created and, at times, fought for their very survival. The latest war for survival involves unlikely antagonists and it is expressed in a largely urban visual language which signals a distinct paradigm shift. The latest battlefield is set in the financial neighbourhoods where you will find banks, telecommunications companies and the media, along with advertising agencies and multinational corporations like Coca-Cola. It all began in the gleaming facades of the office park in Montreuil, east of the city, but soon spread into the modern business district of La Défense and the enclave of Ile de France Issy-les-Molineaux. Everyday there are new battles being waged, both in the very centre of Paris and in distant cities such as Lille and Lyon, prompting fears that the conflict could cross the Channel and extend to England. The country is suffering the fatal consequences of an economic crisis triggered by...Inrockuptibles Festival Paris
The prestigious independent magainze (also TV) Les Inrockuptibes organizes one of the best music festivals in autumn.
Montmartre Grape Harvest Festival Paris
During the first week of October, a festival to celebrate the grape harvest takes place in the heart of Paris, in Montmartre.
Chalet Des Iles Restaurant Paris
An elegant and cosy chalet turned into a splendid restaurant which makes Paris into something more than just the great city.
Le Bellagio Restaurant Paris
Italian cuisine restaurant which specializes in meats, pasta and wine.
Le Living Restaurant Paris
Le Living is a restaurant which belongs to the well known Duplex Club, in the prestigious 16 Arrondissement in Paris.
Le Comedy
Show, comedy and theatre room located right in the centre of Paris a few yards away from the famous Grand Rex.
Blue Elephant
Thai and Indian cuisine restaurant in a beautiful location and high quality service.
Crystal Lounge Paris
One of the prestigious clubs in Paris with great style and very modern.
Le 104 Centquatre Paris
A contemporary art centre, bookshop and rooms with different activities such as workshops and seminars, located in the 19th Arrondissement.
