Chaumont (Ile-de-France) Pop: 27,000

A suburb of Paris.

Attractions in Chaumont

Chateau de Chaumont-re-constructed in the 15th and 16th centuries, contains medieval art and tapestries.

Parc des Buttes-Chaumont- unlike some parks, this recreational jewel was constructed with the future in mind with its waterfalls (one being 2/3 the height of Niagara Falls), caves, and streams interwoven with the landscape (an old quarry)

Poster Festival-annually from May to July with the goal of promoting graphic arts

International Garden Festival-Annually, April to October with incredible floral exhibitions