St-Germain l’Auxerrois is a gothic jewel in the heart of Paris that seems practically forgotten by tourists. Its dark and solemn interior make it a perfect place to escape the heat and crowds of a Parisian summer, or to take a break between museums. This church was once the Chapel of the Louvre, when that ...
Charlemagne was born in 742 AD. He grew up to become one of the most memorable leaders of all time. He became ruler of the Franks in 768 with his brother, who died in 771. Charlemagne quickly began warring with the Saxons and the Lombards. Lucky for him, he defeated enemies of the Pope and ...
The City of Lights, the City of Love, home, Paris or whatever you choose to call the city it is undeniably a world-class travel destination. Paris is the second largest city in Europe. Besides being home to the second largest population in Europe it is also home to many famous sites and I will cover ...
The DaVinci Code has produced more than its fair share of controversy. From the suggestion that Jesus produced offspring to the mysteries of the Catholic sect Opus Dei, the book and movie contain enough information to polarize entire nations. One of the controversies of the book – yet another controversy not originated by author Dan ...
The Louvre in Paris, France has a long, rich history. Throughout its existence, the Louvre has been transformed into one of the most beautiful and historic pieces of architecture in the world. Today it also has the status of being one of the world’s largest museums. Because of the beauty of this building and the ...