“A street named after someone’s desire – I wonder whose?” Right here before us lies Rue Désirée. It’s a seemingly ordinary street tucked away in the 20th arrondissement of Paris. But like many hidden corners of this city, Rue Désirée holds a story. This street, you see, wasn’t always traced on maps. It came to life in 1856. It was named simply after the landowner who allowed its creation. Imagine the ambition, the ‘désir,’ that person must have had to see their name etched onto the very fabric of Paris! Interestingly, Rue Désirée even had its moment in the cinematic spotlight. In the 1975 film “Flic Story,” this street, specifically number 8, served as the hideout for gangster Émile Buisson and his accomplices. Today, as you walk along Rue Désirée, take a moment to appreciate its quiet charm. Imagine the footsteps of those who came before, their desires and dreams echoing through the years.
Église Notre-Dame de l’Air
Beneath what appears to be a simple stone and wood structure lies a history interwoven with faith aviation and community.