Profiles Index

Pere-Lachaise Cemetery Profile and Visitors' Guide
A profile of Pere Lachaise cemetery, one of Paris' most beautiful and intriguing cemeteries. Pere Lachaise is the resting place of famous figures such as Marcel Proust, Jim Morrison, Frederic Chopin, and Heloise and Abelard.

Visitor's Guide to the Paris Opera Garnier
A visitor's guide to the historic Paris Opera at the Palais Garnier, one of the city's most treasured opera houses and an architectural attraction in its own right.

Rue Montorgueil Neighborhood
Rue Montorgueil and its surrounding streets form a neighborhood in the very center of Paris, nearby Les Halles and the Centre Georges Pompidou. This is a historic pedestrian-only area featuring fresh food markets, cozy restaurants and bars, and eclectic shopping spots.

Notre Dame Cathedral Profile and Visitor Information
A profile of the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris, arguably the world's most stunning gothic-style cathedral. Includes location and contact info, Notre Dame Cathedral highlights, and visitor tips.

Musee d'Orsay Highlights and Visitor Information
A visitor's guide to the Musee d'Orsay in Paris, including general information on location and opening hours and museum highlights.

Centre Georges Pompidou Cinemas
A profile of the Centre Georges Pompidou's onsite cinemas, which focus on retrospectives of key "auteur" directors such as Jean-Luc Godard or Martin Scorsese, as well as major trends and movements in film.

The Canal Saint-Martin Neighborhood
The Canal Saint-Martin neighborhood, located in Northeastern Paris, is one of the most tranquil and picturesque spots the city has to offer. On Sundays, the streets surrounding the Canal are reserved for pedestrians: perfect for biking and strolling. The neighborhood features charming and quirky spots for dining, people-watching, and shopping, as well as poetic footbridges all along the canal.