Neighborhood LA CHAPELLE
If you’re looking to step off the beaten path and take a break from traditional Paris for a day, head over to the La Chapelle area on the cusp of the 10th arrondissement. Otherwise known as “Little Jaffna,” this neighborhood is bursting with activity, culture and color. Here, you’ll not only find shops and restaurants reflecting the prominence of Sri Lankan and South Indian culture; you’ll hear the Tamil language bouncing around you on the streets. Being in La Chapelle feels like getting out of Paris, and you’ll be very glad to have done so once you get to know the city well and are looking for unusual jaunts. Make sure to save time for chai tea, samosas and window-shopping for saris.