According to France 24, Paris is reinventing its most iconic landmarks through a blend of technology and contemporary art. Deep beneath the Eiffel Tower, visitors can now explore the monument's storied past via a new virtual reality experience that digitally recreates centuries of history. Meanwhile, the Quai Branly Museum is celebrating twenty years of showcasing extraordinary art and artifacts from cultures across the globe. And artist JR has transformed the city's oldest bridge, the Pont Neuf, into a spectacular installation inspired by cave art, turning one of Paris's most photographed crossings into a living gallery. Together, these three projects show how the City of Light continues to evolve—marrying its past with cutting-edge creativity.

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