In Luxembourg Garden, Springtime in Paris, France

 "And Spring arose on the garden fair,

Like the Spirit of Love felt everywhere;
And each flower and herb on Earth's dark breast
rose from the dreams of its wintry rest."
— Percy Bysshe Shelley
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(Springtime in Paris, France) Spring is the time to soak up that special "April in Paris" charm that Frank Sinatra sung about so well: chestnut groves blossom, city parks burst into flower, plane trees sprout foliage over boulevards, and cafe terraces buzz with newfound energy as Parisians head outdoors to enjoy Spring’s warming days. Featured here is the city's Jardin du Luxembourg. Found in the 6th arrondissement of Paris, Luxembourg Garden is one fine destination for springtime activities -- in the heart of the city. In the middle of the garden sits the Grand Bassin, an iconic French pool, in which one sees miniature wooden sailboats flying country flags from all over the world; the park's famous boats are "sailed" by the hands of old and young alike. The park also has a puppet theater, pony rides, a merry-go-round, and a playground. There's also space for a round of tennis, or for a jog through the winding pathways. It's really an ideal place for some long-overdue outdoor activities, without having to leave the capital of the République française.