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  • |  5 July 2009
  • Who does it better, Paris or London? After the sing-along of 13000 people on Trafalgar Square in London on 30 April, the Parisians take the challenge with humour and want to show on this Sunday which city is the better singer.
    At 16:00 @ Champ de Mars (Eiffel Tower) [ Who does it better, Paris or London? - Map ]
  • -›  Facebook group (French): Rassemblement Géant

  • Video: 13 000 people sing on Trafalgar Square in London [open video box][close video box]

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  • |  14 July 2009
  • Bastille Day: French national holiday (›Fête Nationale‹) in honour of the French Revolution and the storming of the Bastille on 14 July 1789. Traditional fireworks on Champ de Mars near the Eiffel Tower from 22:40 till 23:20. [ Bastille Day - Map ]
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About Paris and its gay life

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Paris is certainly one of the Top 3 travel destinations in Europe, and for the author of these lines it is the most beautiful one. Considering how many wonderful cities in Europe had been destroyed in the last war and didn't gain their former beauty and fame, yet, after 60 years, Paris is truly a treasure and miracle.

You could stay in Paris for months or visit Paris again and again, and you would still see other beautiful and interesting spots if you explore the city with curiosity and open eyes. Just stroll around a bit and do not only follow the routes in your travel guide book.

If you come to Paris not only to visit the Louvre and other sights but wanna dive into the Parisian life then try to avoid August. Many Parisians take their long vacations in August and some companies have even closed completely. In the gay scene even the most popular clubs and bars won't be very crowded (or empty or closed if anything).

Paris Gay Maps: Overview, Marais and 1st & 2nd Arrondissement

The gay center of Paris is the Marais, an old district in the 4th Arrondissement of Paris with adorable, narrow streets breathing centuries-old history. You'll find a lot of gay and gay-friendly cafes, shops, restaurants and bars here, most of them quite close to each other, creating a bit of a ghetto atmosphere.

Gay Parisians can be a bit difficult when it comes to flirting. If you dare to show your interest to somebody in a direct way you could easily be seen as too needy, too easy or too cheap. Our two Euro cents of advice: Don't waste your time with behaviour research to understand the rituals and peculiarities of flirting in the gay scene of Paris. Just do it your own way and don't take the Parisian rudeness personally. Besides, it is often said that Parisian guys come and stick in groups. Exploring Paris with friends can really make a difference, both at day and at night.