Located in the mostly upscale 16th arrondissement of Paris, The Maison
de la Radio is home of Radio France, broadcasting to more than 80% of
all French households. In addition to this distinctive building, the
16th has the Trocadéro, and much more.
The 16th, like most
arrondissements of Paris, has a distinctive character, but also
variations within the district. Opulence abounds near the Palais de
Chaillot and the Trocadéro, with the north, in particular, home to an
abundance of wealth and the homesteads of the super-wealthy.
Most
of the district is a mix of designs and architecture from the 1930s, in
addition to the characteristic Haussmann buildings created by Paris'
famous city planner, under Napoleon III. To the south, slightly more
economical residence can be found. And there are also places to live
near La Defense, the business district. But no matter where you choose,
there's bound to be Paris apartments that are perfect for your needs.
From
your apartment for rental Maison de la Radio in Paris,
you may find yourself simply enjoying all the fun the 16th has to offer
residents. Take a walk by the Trocadéro and the Palais de Chaillot,
which houses several museums, including the Maritime Museum, Museum of
Mankind, and Museum of French Monuments.
There are various
neighborhoods also worth exploring, such as the business area of
Kléber, or the very-upscale Victor Hugo neighborhood. The Champs
Elysées, Eiffel tower and Trocadéro Gardens are not far away.
The
buzzing Passy commercial area is to the south. Travel along the avenue
Mozart to access the quaint small-town, countryside feel of the
charming Auteuil district.
There are many fun surprises to discover
while in the 16th, such as the smaller version of Bartholdi's Statue of
Liberty, located on the Pont de Grenelle.
If your vacation rentals Paris
put you within walking distance of the Maison de la Radio, you'll have
ample time to stroll to the museum and discover the fun history that is
stored within. The distinctive round building itself, completed in 1963
(and inaugurated by Charles de Gaulle), is 500 meters around, and is
home to the Museum of Radio and Television History.
A number of
landmarks that have figured prominently in the development of modern
communications are stored here, from crystal receivers to the telegraph
of 1793. There are exhibits celebrating inventors and thinkers from
Maxwell (who first postulated the modern theory of electromagnetic
waves) to Hertz, Branly, Popov, Marconi and many more.
The building
itself was designed by Henri Bernard.
Today,
the Maison de la Radio is the home of Radio France, the French
broadcasting entity that is the parent of seven broadcasting stations.
"Le Mouv'" is the pop station, beloved particularly by a younger
audience, with "France Bleu" a confederation of local stations
throughout the country, "France Musique" for jazz and classical
offerings, "France Inter" for entertainment and news, "FIP" a mix of
chanson, folk, world, hip hop, jazz and classical, "France Culture" for
culture, and finally "France Info." for regional, national and
international news.
In addition to these stations, Radio France is
entrusted with the development of France's prized choir groups and
orchestras: the Radio France Philharmonic Orchestra, National Orchestra
of France, and Choir of Radio France. The Choir School of Radio France
is comprised of teenagers and children.
Conversely, the
international arm of Radio France, Radio France Internationale (RFI),
is controlled by the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
When looking
for apartment
rentals in Paris,
you have many options. The 16th is one arrondissement definitely worth
considering; but of course, where you decide to stay will depend much
on your individual personality and preferences. Feel free to take your
time and explore all of the charming neighborhoods Paris has to offer,
and look for the apartment rental in the Maison de la Radio quarter,
Paris that feels like a "fit" for you. No matter where you choose,
we know you'll have the time of your life in Paris.
Friday, January 20, 2012
Monday, January 2, 2012
Matisse Odds and Evens
Coming soon at the Pompidou center - from 7th of March to 18th june 2012
Variations on a single them or pattern are at the heart of Matisse's work. This unusual exhibition presents the development of this very singular process which is a trademark of the artist. In a single subject , he creates compositions, colours, stylization, constructs series. The exhibition path through about sixty painting and thirty graphic works grouped into paris, triads or serie, encompasses Matisse's entire oeuvre and reveals its coherence, the plastic and poetic in all its intensity.
don't hesitate to make a request on one of our Paris vacation apartments. for does who want to stay longer in Paris, brows our Paris short term rentals pages.
Variations on a single them or pattern are at the heart of Matisse's work. This unusual exhibition presents the development of this very singular process which is a trademark of the artist. In a single subject , he creates compositions, colours, stylization, constructs series. The exhibition path through about sixty painting and thirty graphic works grouped into paris, triads or serie, encompasses Matisse's entire oeuvre and reveals its coherence, the plastic and poetic in all its intensity.
don't hesitate to make a request on one of our Paris vacation apartments. for does who want to stay longer in Paris, brows our Paris short term rentals pages.
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