Bee Colonies Thrive in Paris. Really, That’s a Good Thing.

Travel Blog  •  Valerie Conners  •  10.03.08 | 12:33 PM ET

imageA French program to promote beekeeping in cities has yielded at least 300 bee colonies in Paris, some in the unlikeliest of places—like the roofs of hotels and the Paris Opera House.

While the program exists to foster awareness of pollination’s importance to global agriculture, visitors to the city will also reap the benefits: The honey is sold in gift shops and served for breakfast at local hotels.

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