Armchair travelers, seasoned tourists, and Francophiles alike are welcomed back to the City of Lights for Part III of our Parisian journey. Whether you're experiencing Paris for the first time, planning a future visit, or reminiscing about past adventures, join us as we explore old favorites and uncover hidden gems. Traverse neighborhoods, gardens, and museums while deepening your understanding of French history. In this installment, we delve into the complex history of the Algerian War for Independence, exploring its hidden truths. Discover Paris through the eyes of its inhabitants and unravel its secrets. By the end of this course, you'll be well-versed in the nuances of this European gem. Bon voyage! Space is limited. 

No Class November 8th.

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Week 1. From then ‘til now: We’ll have a look at Paris through
the ages, specifically, from the enormous renovations made
in the 19th century to those that that are currently being done
to accommodate the Paris Olympics and the future of this
dynamic city.
Week 2. St-Germain: One of Paris’s most beloved neighborhoods,
a favorite haunt of the writers of the 1920s, and still very much à
la mode today with trendy shops, exclusive hotels, popular cafés,
iconic museums, and hidden gems.
Week 3. Algerian War of Independence: “The events of Algeria”
was an ignominious armed conflict, referred to as la déchirure
in French because of its devastating consequences on both
the European population of Algeria as well as the Algerians
themselves.
Week 4. The Bonjour Effect: We’ll end this third series (and
conclude our 3-year, 12-chapter “Walk through Paris”) with tips
and ideas for understanding the French culture, making it easier to
come through as a tourist, helping you to blend in.