An old call to arms poster dating from more than a century in the heart of Paris, sticked up at the beginning of the First World War.

The mysterious origin of the highest cariatide in Paris, in the 3rd arrondissement.

Sordid and morbid events, it was for centuries a place for hanging and animals fighting.

Guardian Angel, Street lamp lighter, leeches renter... those old Parisian trades now disappeared.

Amusing anecdotes and stories about Paris.

September 22, 1900, more than 22,000 mayors participating in a huge banquet organized by the French President.