The Ile de la Cité is the biggest and most visited of the two islands on the River Seine. If you are planning a trip to Paris, then a visit to the Ile de la Cité cannot be missed as it makes up the historic heart of the City of Light and is home to many of its top tourist attractions.

 What to see on the Ile de la Cité?

• Not everyone knows it, but the famous Cathedral of Notre Dame is actually located on this island! So, take the time to admire its façade, its gargoyles and its stunning rose window which measures an impressive 13 meters in diameter!

Jazz music is constantly evolving and, since its birth in the United States, has gained universal popularity. Now, LocalNomad Paris will reveal the capital´s jazz secrets and the best places to listen to live jazz in Paris.

History of jazz

The jazz genre came about at the turn of the 20^th century in New Orleans as a mix of black-American and European music styles. There are just as many amateur jazz players and professional artists. The legendary trumpeter, Louis Armstrong, once said about jazz that “[You] never play anything the same way twice”. This philosophy and the art of improvisation mean each jazz performer creates their own, individual personality.