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Also called “liquid gold”, sandalwood has been used for more than 4000 years in Asia because of its numerous medicinal or olfactory properties. 

Known in form of incense since the dawn of time, its use in perfumery dates only from the 19th century. Its olfactory roundness and ability to sublimate other notes quickly made it a must in modern perfume.

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After its foundation, the Nobel Prize organization has awarded 590 prizes to 935 people or organizations. Their goal is to promote each year “people who have brought great benefit to humanity”.

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In 1498, three Portuguese ships crossed the Cape of Good Hope to reach the port of Calcutta. This is the first time European ships have anchored in an Indian port. This event marks the beginning of a long and fierce competition between the European powers. The control of trade routes between Europe and the Indian continent then exacerbates all desires.

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Authentic Parisian brasserie since 1924, le Café des Musées welcomes you to a friendly and warm atmosphere in the heart of Paris.

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Very present in Eau de Cologne, orange is part of the citrus fruit family just like other citrus fruits, lemon, bergamot or grapefruit.

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In 1508 Michelangelo, a sculptor, hesitated to accept an order from Pope Julius II for fear of failure. Four years later, he offers the world one of the greatest masterpieces of Western painting.

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Instant success, fire, golden age, resurgence, worldwide fame, … Moulin Rouge’s history is the image of its revue: tumultuous and extraordinary!

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The legendary Parisian restaurant Champeaux, opened its doors in 1800, and won eternal fame thanks to Zola. Originally located at Place de la Bourse, the restaurant went under new leadership in 2016, and transformed its image with the help of triple starred chef Alain Ducasse who will re-open its doors under the canopée des Halles.

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Since antiquity, from Asia to the Mediterranean, cardamom has been used for its medicinal and olfactory qualities. Originally from India, cardamom is currently the third most consumed spice in the world after saffron and vanilla.

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Backtrack to the first "circumnavigation" in history. The journey began in 1519, taking three years to complete, and began with five ships and 237 crew members, returning with 1 ship and 18 crew members.

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The Palme d'Or, the climbing of the steps, the runway of stars running along the Cannes seafront... The Cannes film festival is considered the Festival of Festivals dedicated to cinema. But the journey was long before it reached this international recognition.

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The march in Washington to support equal civil rights for all, unifies thousands in the country's capital. It's towards the end of the day, around 6:00pm, that Martin Luther King announces this celebrated phrase that has marked American history.

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Located along the Seine, Lily and Marcel's traditional Parisian brasserie welcomes you!

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Iris is one of the most expensive raw materials on the market in perfumery. Despite having over two hundred different species, only three are used to create perfumes.

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Margaretha Geertruida Zelle was born in the Netherlands She was to draw her dancer and courtesan name, Mata Hari, meaning the eye of day in Malay, from her exotic travels. She was to draw her dancer and courtesan name, Mata Hari, meaning the eye of day in Malay, from her exotic origins.

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Welcome to La Félicità, which opened last year on the 26th of May. This new Parisian restaurant is the largest one in Europe at 4500 square meters, and 1000 table cloths. A gigantic space entirely dedicated to Italian cuisine, a new Parisian place inviting you to visit all its outrageousness.

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Lavender, the emblematic plant of Provence (south-east region of France), recognized since antiquity for its aromatic and therapeutic qualities, has taken a long time to instill itself as a staple in the world of perfumery. It's only in the beginning of the XXth century, that we see the first lavender fields.

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Paris, July 5, 1946, the famous Molitor hotel hosts a bathing suit show at their pool. Amongst all the styles presented, the French Louis Réard makes an anatomical impression: the bikini!

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On the first of July of that year, at number 15, rue Meslay in the 3rd ardt of Paris, Amantine Aurore Lucile Dupin, who was to become the baroness of Dudevant was born. She was to become renowned through her androgynous pen name, George Sand.

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Located in Haut-Marais, the restaurant "Mister T" is walking distance from the market of the red children and the carreau du temple. Shortly after it was opened to the public, it became a culinary spot to not be missed!

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In Perfumery, Bergamot belongs to the Hesperides family. Widely used in luxury fragrances, bergamot is a southern specialty from the Calabria region of Italy which produces 90% of the world's supply.

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