Assumption day in France is today August 15th. Traditionally the day of L?Assomption is celebrated by Catholics in France, and marks the departure of Mary from this world taking her body into heaven. To many people regardless of religious orientation, the day is observed as a national holiday during which many shops and businesses may be closed. I took a little walk around my neighborhood and got some nice photos of the Montmartre Cemetery here in the 18th Arrondissement. The[...]
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