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Those who know their French and geography, can tell you that the idea of a beach in Paris is nothing less than crazy. Crazy maybe, but not impossible. In fact, for the sixth consecutive year in July 20 to August 19, the idea of actually realized, as Paris celebrates the summer "Paris Plages".

In 2002 the mayor of Paris Bertrand Delanoë expressed his support for a project designed to meet the sea a little closer to the Parisians, and not for the beach weekend side could afford during the holiday month of August to bring. He said: "Paris Plages is a gesture of solidarity with all those, and there are hundreds of thousands of them in Paris and environment, which can not afford to go on vacation. "The idea was a hit with the locals, and this year is the sixth consecutive year the festival has taken place.

The idea was to bring a festive feeling in the summer in the city, and a place for family entertainment, recreation and summer recreation with little or no cost to the public. In the past year, more than 3 million visitors use the offer.

Dealing with the expected increase that figure this year was organized at an additional site in addition the two in recent years. The three locations are set at different points in the city by shuttle buses, designed respectively in connection with, or another subject.

The banks of the river were like a tropical oasis where visitors and locals enjoying the sun can be presented alongside each other. Temporary Sun decks are installed and 2,400 tons of sand were in the beach-fill "issues" the route for 3 km along the south bank of the river, decorated with tropical plants and palms, also brought in specially for the occasion.

Rentals colorful umbrellas and sunbeds are free and cold mineral water is available free at newsstands established along the river available. Who can be a little more for their Budget Wine, beer and tropical cocktails in one of the many cafes located on the River.

Watering and mist makers have also installed a place to cool off, but The highlight of this site is subject to a 28 meter pool and whirlpool area, over its river.

His activities in the range of climbing and a traditional dance French ball game of "bowls", which is a bit similar to the Italian favorite, bocce. Street View entertainment such as clowns, the acrobats and street musicians have all day, and when the sun sets, the area hosts free concerts as part of the celebrations.

Besides the river, a beach area was outside the National Library with free newspapers and books you can borrow, and free wireless internet. La Villette Canal Basin, where they can be hired in the summer sporting kayaks, pedal boats and water vehicles, under the guidance of trainers for free, until 9pm at night.

After six years of success to assess, it is fair to say that this unique event will continue to help the masses in the coming years to please. It seems that today more than ever, Paris has everything for the summer holiday.

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