Paris And Île-de-France Region - France
by madhuri yadav
11 January, 2025
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Moving to Paris and Île-de-France Region
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1. South Asian Community
- Indian (Tamil, Punjabi, Gujarati, and Bengali communities).
- Sri Lankan Tamils (significant presence).
- Pakistani and Bangladeshi populations.
2. Areas with South Asian Communities
- La Chapelle (Paris 18th Arrondissement): Known as "Little India" due to the concentration of South Asian businesses and residents.
- Aubervilliers (Seine-Saint-Denis): Home to many Tamil and South Asian families.
- Sarcelles: Significant Indian and Pakistani presence.
- Bobigny and Saint-Denis: South Asian populations, especially Bangladeshi and Pakistani.
- Montreuil: Home to a growing South Asian community.
3. South Asian Main Market Areas
- La Chapelle (Passage Brady and Rue du Faubourg Saint-Denis):
- Restaurants, grocery stores, and clothing shops catering to South Asian tastes.
- Aubervilliers Market: Known for its Tamil-focused stores and cultural hubs.
4. Grocery Stores
- Velan Grocery (La Chapelle): One of the oldest South Asian stores in Paris.
- Cash & Carry (Aubervilliers): Specializes in spices, rice, and South Asian products.
- Indian Spices and Groceries (Sarcelles): Popular for fresh and packaged goods.
5. Transportation
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Public Transport:
- Paris Metro, RER trains, and buses provide excellent connectivity across Île-de-France.
- Key Metro Stops: La Chapelle (Line 2) and Gare du Nord (Lines 4 and 5) serve South Asian neighborhoods.
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Ride Sharing:
- Services like Uber and Bolt are widely available.
6. Religious Places
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Temples:
- Sri Manicka Vinayakar Alayam (La Chapelle): A Tamil Hindu temple.
- Murugan Temple (Aubervilliers): Popular among the Tamil community.
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Gurdwaras:
- Gurdwara Sahib Bobigny: Main Sikh temple in the region.
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Mosques:
- Grande Mosquée de Paris (5th Arrondissement): One of the largest mosques in France.
- Masjid As-Salam (Saint-Denis): Popular among South Asian Muslims.
7. Cost of Living
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Housing:
- Rent in South Asian areas like La Chapelle: €800–€1,500/month for a 1-bedroom apartment.
- Suburbs like Aubervilliers and Bobigny: €600–€1,200/month.
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Groceries:
- Average grocery bill for a family of 4: €300–€500/month.
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Transport:
- Monthly Navigo Pass: €84.10 for unlimited travel across Île-de-France.
8. Best Public Schools in South Asian Areas
Elementary Schools:
- École Élémentaire La Chapelle (Paris 18th): Multicultural environment.
- École Primaire République (Aubervilliers): Inclusive education.
Middle Schools:
- Collège Marx Dormoy (La Chapelle): Caters to diverse communities.
- Collège Jean Moulin (Sarcelles): High South Asian student population.
High Schools:
- Lycée Paul Eluard (Saint-Denis): Known for multicultural education.
- Lycée Gabriel Péri (Aubervilliers): Popular among South Asian families.
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