Traditions - activities

French history and traditions: behind the scenes of the Christmas windows in Paris

Christmas window displays in Paris are a veritable part of our heritage! Every year during the festive season, passers-by flock to the windows to admire the decorations and displays designed to enchant young and old alike.

Moon Festival or Mid-Autumn Festival: meaning and origins of this Asian festival

Every year, several Asian countries celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, better known as the Moon Festival, on the evening of the 15thᵉ day of the eighth lunar month. This year, the date is Tuesday, September 17, 2024. So, what's the story behind this festival and where does it come from? Let's find out.

Hanami: history and origin of the cherry blossom festival

True tradition in Japan, the Hanami custom is starting to take place in France. During this ritual, many people gather with friends or family to contemplate the cherry blossoms and celebrate spring. But do you know the history and the origin of the cherry blossom festival? We answer you.

Piercing exhibition at Paris Musée de l’Homme

Discover the story of piercing, this practice dating back from Prehistory thanks to the Piercing exhibition running from March 13, 2019 to March 9, 2020 at Paris Musée de l’Homme.