In 1806, Napoleon I ordered the construction of the Arc de Triomphe in honour of the Grande Armée. Inspired by the ancient arches, this emblematic monument bears the names of the battles and generals ...
The first masterpiece of Gothic art, the church of a powerful abbey and a very important place of pilgrimage in the Middle Ages, the cathedral basilica of Saint-Denis linked its destiny to that of roy...
The Basilica of Montmartre offers a breathtaking view of the capital.
Built in 1890, following France's defeat against Prussia in the War of 1870, this building was built on the highest hill in t...
A veritable labyrinth in the heart of underground Paris, a unique site in former quarry galleries. Opened to the public in 1809, the world's largest ossuary houses the remains of several million Paris...
From the medieval Palais de la Cité, the Salle des Gardes and the huge Salle des Gens d'Armes built under Philippe le Bel and the kitchens built under Jean le Bon remain. The kings of France left the ...
Arranged in 1980 under the forecourt of Notre Dame de Paris cathedral to showcase the archaeological remains found during excavations carried out between 1965 and 1972, the Crypt offers a unique view ...
Her daughter, Queen Hortense (mother of Napoleon III) lies in the superb small crypt under the church’s nave, decorated with many imperial symbols.
Made of Carrara marble, Joséphine’s tomb was fi...
The Hôtel de la Marine is a witness to the changes in France from the time of royalty to the present day. It was first used as the Crown's furniture storehouse (the forerunner of the Mobilier National...
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