A key figure in French history, Marie-Antoinette is a character who continues to fascinate to this day. If you'd like to immerse yourself in the history of France's last queen, here are the places to visit in Paris.
Did you know that a simple bet between Marie-Antoinette and her brother-in-law, the Comte d'Artois, led to the creation of the Château de Bagatelle? We tell you the story of this crazy anecdote!
The Affair of the Necklace is an episode that is regularly mentioned when discussing the life of Marie-Antoinette and the events leading up to the French Revolution. But what exactly is it all about? A look back at a famous swindle that left its mark on French history.
Paris wasn't built in a day, and has grown over the years, as shown by its various arrondissements. And did you know? The 16th arrondissement was originally intended to be the 13th, but firmly refused to be given this number. We explain why!
Among the tombs of the Père Lachaise cemetery, an imposing mausoleum is the source of one of the darkest urban legends of this immense necropolis. Discover the myth behind the tomb of Elisabeth Alexandrovna Strogonoff-Dominoff.
Did you know? One of the most unusual characters in French history was a very special knight-spy who tended to cross-dress to carry out his missions. This is the story of Charles d'Éon de Beaumont, the transformist knight.
