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Beacon for architecture. Capital of haute couture. Epicentre of culinary excellence. Paris sits at the cutting edge of culture: for every world-renowned museum, big-name fashion house and Michelin-star restaurant, there’s a contemporary art gallery, an up-and-coming designer boutique and an innovative young restaurateur doing things very differently.

Introducing Paris

Newsflash: France’s capital is popular. Overcrowded tourist hotspots are still worth visiting if you’re smart about it, but there are some worthwhile alternatives. Take the Mona Lisa: it might be the most famous painting in the world, but the Louvre has 35,000 artworks worth seeing that aren’t blocked by selfie sticks. And while the Champs-Élysées is beautiful, these days it’s your standard high street – complete with a McDonald’s. Instead, try Rue de Marseille and the nearby Canal Saint-Martin, an area popular with young Parisians for its bars, boutiques and concept stores.
Another lively, under-the-radar area is Porte de Clignancourt, with its large flea market and fantastic views of the Sacré-Cœur. Of course, there are some quintessentially Parisian experiences that’ll never get old: a stroll along the Seine, a trip up the Eiffel Tower (try a ‘stairs and lift’ ticket) and settling down with a bottle of wine and steak frites at one of the City of Love’s many brasseries.

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Read our guide to Bulgaria’s best (and most affordable) ski and snowboarding resorts, après-ski and accommodation.

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Bulgaria

The Best Ski Resorts in Bulgaria

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The Best Hotels in Nessebar, Bulgaria

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Varna

The Best Hotels in Varna, Bulgaria

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The Best Places to Stay in Borovets, Bulgaria

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The Best Hotels in Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria

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15 Most Beautiful Bulgarian Names and What They Mean

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The Best Hotels in Burgas, Bulgaria

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10 Fairytale Spots to Visit in Bulgaria

Discover the most mysterious destinations in Bulgaria, places that keep secrets and make you a part of legends.

The Most Mystical Places in Bulgaria

Discover the most fascinating facts about the Bulgarian language, alphabet, and script.

11 Incredible Facts About the Bulgarian Language

Discover some of the most relaxing and peaceful places in Bulgaria where you can unwind and return to your inner self.

7 Mountainous Retreats to Escape to in Bulgaria

These fascinating words will make you want to learn more Bulgarian and visit the country.

11 Beautiful Words to Make You Fall in Love With the Bulgarian Language

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7 Things You Should Never Say to a Bulgarian

Explore Bulgaria beyond the main attractions by following this guide to some of the most amazing little towns and off-the-beaten-track cities.

5 Off-the-Beaten-Track Bulgarian Towns

Discover the best-kept secrets in Sofia that locals adore. Explore the city and its vicinity like a pro.

Sofia

7 Hidden Gems in Sofia Only Locals Know About

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