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Festivals, exhibitions, concerts and major events... On France.fr and everywhere in France, there's always something going on. In light of the measures France has taken concerning coronavirus, we advise readers to consult the relevant organiser's website for specific updates on each event.
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April
Cindy Sherman exhibition at the Louis Vuitton Foundation, Paris
Until 31 August
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Exhibition: ‘LU: A Century of Innovation (1846-1957)’, Nantes
Until 3 January
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The Distinction Palace
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Cultural hybridization
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French elegance
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Fresh look
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130 years after its inauguration at the 1889 World Fair, the Eiffel Tower is more than ever a…
Home sweet home
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Seasonal treats
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A woman's place in the world kitchen
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Architecture of the future
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Paris is always reinventing, and to meet the challenges of these changes, the whole city must be…