French History

MY PRIVATE PARIS VIDEO We are following Romain through the Knights Templar in Paris. The Knights Templar emerged during the early 12th century as a monastic order dedicated to protecting Christian pilgrims traveling to the Holy Land. Founded in 1119, the Order swiftly gained prominence and amassed considerable wealth and influence across Europe. A significant...Read More

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Molière was born and died in Paris. 2022 marks 400 years since the birth of French playwright Molière. The special festivities began on the 15th of January, the date on which the writer (real name Jean-Baptiste Poquelin) was baptized in 1622.  Even though it has been 400 years, the works of Molière were so modern...Read More

After the terrible fire of Notre-Dame cathedral on April 19th 2019, the restoration is still underway. With hopes of reopening the building to the public for the inauguration of the Olympic Games of 2024, which will be hosted by the city of Paris. In the meantime, a new attraction has just opened on January 15th....Read More

What relics to see in Paris? Objects of reverence, relics are part of a deceased Holy person’s body. Throughout the middle ages, Christians venerated these holy artifacts. Since the time of Charlemagne every church was actually required to have a relic for their altar. Having relics related to Saints and Apostles would give a church...Read More

It is one of the icons of Paris, perched up on the hilltop of Montmartre, overlooking the city. What’s behind Sacre Coeur history? Its unique architecture and location makes it stand out above the City of Light. Sacre Coeur has now become the most visited religious monument in Paris due to the closure of Notre...Read More