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Added on the 14/04/2020 10:09:53 - Copyright : AFPTV - First images
Children playing, a few passers-by enjoying the sunshine, delivery men waiting for an order: the Place de la République in Paris is almost empty on the 38th day of confinement in France. IMAGES
On the 19th day of confinement in France to stem the coronavirus pandemic, a few passers-by walk along the Place de la Concorde in Paris, usually crowded with tourists and cars. IMAGES
On the eve of a new lockdown in the Ile-de-France region surrounding Paris, there is a distinct lack of crowds at the usually busy Montparnasse station in the French capital. The SNCF has seen a 20% rise in bookings for departures this weekend, but few travellers are rushing to escape Paris. IMAGES
It's not your average Sunday in the heart of Paris. With the sun out in full force and temperatures rising, it's the perfect day for a stroll along the Seine. But amid a nationwide lockdown, the city centre is largely deserted. IMAGES
The shopping district in the centre of Paris is somewhat busier than usual amid lockdown, as residents do their food shopping. Many of them wear face masks, while respecting social distancing as they go about their chores. IMAGES