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“A hidden gem? More like a forgotten lane,” you might think, glancing at Rue de Lens. But don’t let the quiet fool you! This unassuming street, nestled in the heart of Nanterre, holds a secret connection to a giant of the art world – the Louvre. You see, Rue de Lens takes its name from the city of Lens, just a short hop from Paris. And Lens, my friends, is home to the Louvre-Lens, a little sister to the grand dame of Parisian museums. Opened in 2012, this offshoot of the Louvre took root in Lens, a former mining town. It’s a symbol of renewal, a beacon of art and culture in a place once dominated by industry. So, as you wander down Rue de Lens, imagine the masterpieces housed within those glassy walls in Lens – a testament to the power of art and the surprising connections woven into the fabric of a city.

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