The famous Champs-Élysées is located in the 8th arrondissement of Paris and is known as the most beautiful street in the city. Its name is inspired by the Elysium in Greek mythology, the dwelling place of saints and heroes, symbolizing romance and freedom.
The Champs-Élysées is the central axis of Paris, with the Arc de Triomphe at its western end and the Concorde Square at its eastern end. It is also connected to the Louvre through the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel. The street is decorated with special lights during major holidays, and important events like the Bastille Day parade and the final stage of the Tour de France are held here.
Nowadays, the Champs-Élysées is often crowded, but there are only a few luxury brands such as Cartier and Mont Blanc on the avenue. The true luxury shopping district is formed by the adjacent Avenue Montaigne, Avenue George V, and Rue François I, known as the Golden Triangle, attracting numerous shoppers. However, during Christmas and New Year, the street becomes particularly lively with the dreamy lights on the trees and the Christmas market, creating a joyful atmosphere for visitors. The street is also vibrant in July, with tropical carnival before the Bastille Day and the final stage of the Tour de France after the national holiday. Sometimes, the French even turn the entire Champs-Élysées into vegetable gardens to educate the public about the sources of food on their tables.
Boulevard Haussmann
From November 2019 to January 2020, on Avenue Osman in Paris, everyone can freely customize the Christmas lights on the avenue using a smartphone application.
Place Vendôme is a historic site built in the early 18th century to commemorate the magnificent achievements of King Louis XIV of France. The central statue of Louis XIV on horseback was originally erected in the square but was toppled during the French Revolution. Today, the Vendôme Column, erected by Napoleon to commemorate the Battle of Austerlitz, stands in the center of the square. The jewelry stores surrounding Place Vendôme offer a selection of truly renowned jewelry that has been a trade area acclaimed in Paris for centuries. Rue de la Paix and Place Vendôme attract top fashion brands including Breguet, Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Chanel, and Dior, allowing you to enjoy the joy of shopping. The world's first Louis Vuitton high-end jewelry store will soon open here.
bercy
In December 2019 to January 2020, Laurent Sanguinetti turned Cour Saint-Emilion into a charming place in Bercy Village - Cour Saint-Emilion during this holiday season.
Mandalpe District, Saint Germain
From November 27, 2019 to January 6, 2020, you can witness the legendary Christmas festivities of Saint-Germain-des-Prés in QuartierSaint-Germain-des-Prés-PlaceSaint-Germain-des-Prés.
