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Did you know? This fountain near the Jardin du Luxembourg represents only 4 continents.

Just off the Jardin du Luxembourg, in the Jardin des Grands Explorateurs, is a grandiose fountain by Napoleon III's sculptor. It represents four women carrying the world, allegories of the continents, but one is missing... find out why!
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Discover the unusual Lion Fountain in the Jardin des Plantes : History and curiosities

Do you know the Lion Fountain in the Jardin des Plantes? Located near the entrance on rue Geoffroy Saint Hilaire, this work of art dating from 1863 awaits you at the foot of Buffon's labyrinth. We tell you all about it.
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Discover the most original Wallace fountains in Paris

Whether you're a tourist or a Parisian, you're bound to have come across a Wallace fountain! To celebrate their 150th anniversary, we invite you to take a stroll through some of the capital's most iconic and original fountains, with their fascinating histories!