1920's reinforced concrete church by architect Auguste Perret changes the face of modern design.

Ghosts of France's colonial past.

A popular shrine where the Blessed Virgin allegedly appeared in 1830, displaying a holy armchair and two incorruptible remains of Lady Saints.

The history of radiation is on safe display at the foot of a radiation science laboratory.

A horde of stray cats rule in this secluded Parisian cemetery under a bridge.

Dedicated to the history and culture of smoking, this small museum now includes a vape lounge.

This massive library holds what was once the largest book collection in the world.

Remains of Roman amphitheater hidden in a sleepy quarter of Paris.

Jean Tinguely's bizarre monster sculpture is hidden deep in a forest.

A unique zoological park home to over 30 species of wild cats, both big and small.

France's most famous cemetery, with some of its most curious tombs.

This iconic Parisian bookstore doubles as the "Tumbleweed Hotel" for traveling writers.

This stunning French estate was so lavish that it landed its original owner in jail for the rest of his life.

Huge Russian Orthodox cemetery in danger of being converted into open public space.

An unusual sand beach in the middle of a forest.