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lar' in the 19th century: it was right on the Seine, close to Paris yet outside the city walls,
meaning that shipping was convenient and commerce tax-free.
Vestiges of its former incarnation are spread across the park and the Cour St-Émilion,
where the warehouses were located. In some spots you'll see the old railroad tracks; in oth-
ers you'll find grape vines.
IMMIGRATION MUSEUM
CITÉ NATIONALE DE L'HISTOIRE DE L'IMMIGRATION
Tropical €8; 10am-5.30pm Tue-Fri, to 7pm Sat & Sun; Porte Dorée)
This heavyweight museum documents the hot-potato topic of immigration through a series
of informative historical displays that cover groups as diverse as the Vietnamese, Por-
tuguese, Jews and Russians. The multimedia permanent collection called Repères (Land-
marks) and the gallery of personal items donated by members of the public are emotive and
informative. It's housed in the lavish 1931 Palais de la Porte Dorée along with the
Aquarium
AQUARIUM
AQUARIUM TROPICAL
tionale de l'Histoire de l'Immigration €8; 10am-5.30pm Tue-Fri, to 7pm Sat & Sun; Porte Dorée)
Although this aquarium is a bit dated, the inexpensive admission makes it a popular choice
with many a Parisian family. It's located in the basement of the Palais de la Porte Dorée, be-
CULTURAL CENTRE
LA MANUFACTURE 111
6-10pm Fri, noon-10pm Sat, noon-8pm Sun, but vari-
able; Maraîchers)
A massive 1500-sq-metre former garage now houses this edgy new urban cultural centre.
Street art and hip-hop are at the heart of its exhibitions; you can also catch a food truck, con-
certs and various events here. Check its Facebook page or Twitter feed for updates.
