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Why is Easter Monday a public holiday in France? Origin and history

It's one of the most important dates in the Christian religious calendar. As you may have guessed, I'm talking about Easter. But do you know exactly what Catholics and Protestants celebrate on this day, and why Easter Monday, which falls on April 1, 2024, is a public holiday? We'll tell you.
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Ascension 2024: will children be bridging the gap this year?

This spring, Ascension Day falls on May 9, 2024, making some people want to get away from it all. But what about the children? Is there school on Friday, May 10? We've got the answer.
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Swimming pools open in Paris this Whit Monday 2023

How about a dip in the pool this Whit Monday? It's a bank holiday, the kids don't have school and half the parents have the day off... So, what are we going to do? If the weather's nice, why not take a dip in the pool? There are a few open, so we can splash around all day!
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8-May in Paris: Arc de Triomphe and metro closed, demonstrations prohibited in the area

This Monday, France commemorates the victory of May 8, 1945. Various ceremonies are organized in Paris, including the traditional commemoration of the President of the Republic at the Arc de Triomphe, involving the closure of metro stations and the monument, as well as the prohibition of demonstrations in the area.
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Shopping centers and department stores opening on May 8, 2024 in Paris and the Île-de-France region

Feel like doing a little shopping on Wednesday, May 8, 2024? Many shopping centers and department stores in Paris and the Paris region are keeping their doors open even on this public holiday. Find out which ones!
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Christmas Brunch 2022 and New Year's Brunch 2023 at Maison Breguet

A Christmas or New Year's brunch in the pretty glass roof of the Maison Bréguet restaurant? a great idea for this Sunday, December 25, 2022 and January 1, 2023. Enjoy a gourmet break with your family, partner or friends the day after New Year's Eve in this charming setting.
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All-you-can-eat Christmas brunch at Buddha Bar

The Buddha Bar welcomes you, your family and friends for a lively Christmas brunch this Sunday, December 25, 2022 at lunchtime. All-you-can-eat gourmet buffet with festive dishes, entertainment and Santa Claus are on the program for this festive meal.