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Fun facts and lesser-known secrets about Paris

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When you think of Paris, you probably think of the Eiffel Tower, the Seine or the Mona Lisa. But there's so much more to the capital than its greatest hits. In this edition of French Connections Plus, Genie Godula and Florence Villeminot take you to some of Paris's lesser-known tourist attractions that are definitely worth a visit and fill you in on some fun facts and figures about the French capital. They take you on a trip along the Canal Saint-Martin with boat captain Hilbren Buys and also give you the lowdown on some secret treasures just under your feet.

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