Only in Paris : A Guide to Unique Locations, Hidden Corners and Unusual Objects (Only in Guides) - Softcover

Book 10 of 14: "Only In" Guides

Duncan J. D. Smith

 
9783950366297: Only in Paris : A Guide to Unique Locations, Hidden Corners and Unusual Objects (Only in Guides)

Synopsis

Discover Europe with the 'Only In' Guides! These ground breaking city guides are for independent cultural travellers wishing to escape the crowds and understand cities from different and unusual perspectives. Unique locations, hidden corners and unusual objects.

A comprehensive illustrated guide to more than 100 fascinating and unusual historical sites in one of Europe's great capital cities - quiet cloisters, eccentric museums, covered passageways, secret gardens, and unusual shops. From the Parisii tribe and Roman Lutetia to the 'Sun King' and Napoleon including sites such as - The Pagoda cinema, the Museum of Magic, Foucault's pendulum, and a subterranean necropolis.

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About the Author

The 'Urban Explorer' Duncan J. D. Smith is a travel writer and photographer. In his ground breaking 'Only In' Guides he reveals European cities from unique and hidden perspectives. He has travelled across several continents and described his experiences in books, magazines, and online. Born in Sheffield, England in 1960, he studied history and archaeology at university. He is a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society.

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The long and colorful story of Paris told through an original and eclectic mix of unusual historic locations. Quiet cloisters and eccentric museums, covered passageways and secret gardens, idiosyncratic shops and unusual places of worship. Who was the real Hunchback of Notre-Dame? Is there really a lake hidden beneath the Opera? Where is the best bistro in Paris? Explore the Pagoda cinema, the Museum of Magic, Foucault's pendulum, and a subterranean necropolis. The author also throws new light thrown on old favorites, including La Tour Eiffel and the Arc de Triomphe. Published by The Urban Explorer these city tales from new and unusual perspectives provide independent travelers with memorable itineraries.

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ISBN 10:  3850337103 ISBN 13:  9783850337106
Publisher: Christian Brandstatter, 2013
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