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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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You've probably heard of the Yorubas, Igbos and Hausas of Nigeria - but what about the country's other numerous tribes? Read on to learn more about Nigeria's indigenous people.

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A Guide to the Indigenous People of Nigeria

Get acquainted with the history of the popular Yoruba people, originally from Nigeria, Africa.

An Introduction to Nigeria's Yoruba People

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10 Traditions Only Nigerians Can Understand

The ancient Yoruba city of Ife has a fascinating story and is home to some incredible art. Here's everything you need to know. 

The Kingdom of Ife: Nigeria's Ancient City of Art

Discover why Nigeria’s first ever Oscar submission was disqualified from the 2020 Academy Awards.

Lagos

Language and Lionheart: Why Nigeria's Oscar Choice Was Disqualified

Read our guide to the essential Hausa phrases you'll need to know when visiting the Northern parts of Nigeria. 

21 Essential Hausa Phrases You'll Need in Nigeria

Discover the most prominent artists bringing Nigerian culture to the globe with our guide.

10 Nigerian Artists You Should Know

The Hausa people of Nigeria have rich cultural heritage and traditions. Here's everything you need to know about their history.

An Introduction to Nigeria’s Hausa People

These are the Nigerian meals everyone must try, with dishes coming from all over Nigeria, including akara, masa, Jollof rice, moin-moin and more.

Nigerian Dishes Everyone Should Try

Read this guide to the top 10 heritage sites in Nigeria and discover the country's richest cultural destinations.

The Top 10 Heritage Sites in Nigeria

Check out 11 savvy tips everyone can use to survive a Nigerian traditional wedding.

11 Tips to Survive a Traditional Nigerian Wedding

Read up on Nigeria's common slang words and phrases to see if you can fit right in with the locals.

11 Untranslatable Nigerian Slang Words We Need in English

Check out the 20 most unmissable attractions in Nigeria you just have to visit when in town!

20 Unmissable Attractions in Nigeria

Here's a guide to key places and events in Lagos that can make your stay exciting.

Top 10 Things to Do in Lagos, Nigeria

Discover informal dining in Lagos's many buka (hole-in-the-wall) restaurants that provide an authentic experience of Nigerian cuisine.

The Best Bukas in Lagos, Nigeria and the Legacy of 'Iya Eba'

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