Discover Paris

Discover which iconic landmark, nicknamed 'the metal asparagus,' was almost torn down - and why

Assemble a gourmet picnic of bread, cheese and fruit at the open-air Marche Bastille

Unwind as Parisians do with a stroll or a snooze at the Jardin du Luxembourg

Sample North Africa tajine and contemplate Moorish architecture at the Mosquee de Paris

In This Guide

Two authors, over 600 hours of in-city research, 41 detailed maps, five walking tours

Full-color highlights of the best neighborhoods, museums and culinary feasts

Wine and food-pairing tips from one of the world's most celebrated sommeliers

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