Pierre Hermé, Paris

Condé Nast TravelerOct 13, 2025

Climbing the storied mountain with her dad taught Christine Chitnis what kind of traveler—and what kind of parent—she wanted to become

Known for croissants

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La Maison du PastelSightOldest pastel manufacturer in the world
Pierre HerméRestaurantKnown for croissants
Musée RodinMuseum
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