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2. Reflections

Episode 2 of 5

Philip Sweeney explores how the Paris Metro has reflected and defined the image of the city. From 2000.

Since the inauguration of its first line in 1900, the Paris Metro has occupied a place in the city's culture, history and mythology.

Philip Sweeney travels the Metro to explore the city's love affair with the underground past and present.

How has the Metro both reflected and defined the image of the city over the 20th Century.

Producer: Sara Davies

First broadcast on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4 in May 2000.

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15 minutes

On radio

Tuesday 09:30

Broadcast

  • Tuesday 09:30