Dalida was an Italian singer who made her home in France, becoming the great pop stars of her time.

She began her career in the 1950s singing French chanson and Italian pop. Her songs became more melodramatic as the years went by. By the time the disco era arrived, she was the ultimate gay icon in French pop. Her ability to combine tragic ballads (Je Suis Malade) with wildly theatrical pop (Comme disait Mistinguett) remains unrivalled. She can make you feel her loneliness one minute, only to throw a feather boa on the next and mince across the stage to pulsing disco beats with a chorus line of visibly gay men.

LGBT+ travelers should pay a visit to the Dalida monument when visiting Gay Paris.

Where is the Dalida statue?

The Dalida statue in Paris is located in the Montmartre neighborhood, specifically in Place Dalida. The statue captures her likeness and serves as a popular spot for fans and tourists. Some say it brings good luck if you touch the statue's ample bust: no word of a lie!

How to get there:

• By Metro: Take Line 12 to the Abbesses station or Line 2 to the Anvers station, then it's a short walk up the hill to Montmartre.

• By Bus: You can also take bus lines 80 or 95 to the Lamarck - Caulaincourt stop, which is nearby.

Once you're in Montmartre, enjoy a scenic walk through the historic area, and you'll find the statue near other attractions like the Sacré-Cœur Basilica.