Christmas magic takes over Place de l'Hôtel de Ville.
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Right
now, Christmas markets dot the city and here, in front of the main city
hall, as joyful children carouse on the carousel of the “Forêt Enchantée," it's surreal to imagine that long ago this very spot in front of Place de l'Hôtel de Ville - once the infamous Place de Grève
- was for centuries the stage of gruesome public executions. Despite
cozy twinkling lights, merry music, crêpes, arts and crafts, roasting chestnuts and pure festive cheer, Parisians have not
forgotten (nor will they let you forget!) the echoes of its grim
history. From molten lead to mulled wine, Paris, you’ve come a long way. - BPJ
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