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Nicolas Delamare's work on Parisian history through maps provides a detailed snapshot of the city's evolution from ancient times to 18th-century Paris.
The Parisii, a Celtic tribe, built a prosperous settlement on the banks of the Seine River, minting their own gold coins before Julius Caesar's conquest of Gaul.
Julius Caesar's strategic battle against the Parisii, involving alliances and tactical maneuvers, exemplifies Roman military prowess in conquering ancient settlements.

Contemporary Paris natural wine scene is vibrant and diverse with young, innovative personalities.
New generation of Parisians are enchanted by radical natural wines served by daring restaurateurs.
Establishments go beyond food and wine, offering unique experiences and redefining expertise in the industry.

Paris offers a variety of exciting exhibits and cultural events throughout the year.
Researching early can help secure tickets for popular museum exhibitions and events.
Keep an eye out for exhibitions and openings in Paris that may interest you.

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Learning about the evolution of natural wine culture in Paris
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Insights from Paris natural wine veterans and restaurateurs featured in the podcast series

An art exhibition is happening in Paris on the weekend of April 1st and 2nd.
Access to the exhibition by car might be affected by a marathon on Sunday from 8am to 2pm.
The exhibition named 'En Un, jardin' features creations from Vietnam and Lot, and is described as a grand garden.

Women's rights activists in Zimbabwe challenge the ban on sex toys to advocate for sexual pleasure and autonomy.
Ugandan activists are taking French oil giant TotalEnergies to court over alleged violations of food and land rights in pipeline projects.
Sierra Leone's election sees disputed results, with incumbent President Julius Maada Bio declared the winner amid concerns raised by international observers.