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Père Lachaise, Paris's most mythical cemetery and the graves of famous personalities
Published by Manon de Sortiraparis, Rizhlaine de Sortiraparis · Photos by Manon de Sortiraparis · Published on November 23, 2023 at 01:58 a.m.
The Père Lachaise cemetery is not only the largest cemetery in Paris, but also one of the most visited in the world. Whether for its history, its illustrious figures or even its legends, this place is a must-see in the capital.

Although Père Lachaise Cemetery is known the world over, it hasn't always been a popular place for many Parisians to be buried. In fact, its beginnings were rather difficult.

December 1, 1780 marked the closure of the Cimetière des Innocents, now known as Les Halles. This followed the application of a law dating back to 1765, which banned cemeteries inside cities for reasons of insalubrity. Bodies from the Innocents cemetery were transferred to the Paris catacombs.

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The problem was that, after the closure of the Cimetière des Innocents, there was a shortage of burial sites in the capital. This led to the creation of several cemeteries in the early 19th century: the Montparnasse cemetery, the Montmartre cemetery, the Passy cemetery and, finally, the Père Lachaise cemetery.

The latter was designed byarchitect Alexandre-Théodore Brongniart (yes, like the Palais Brongniart), who imagined the site as an English garden.

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On June 18, 1804, the Père Lachaise cemetery welcomed its first inhabitant, a little girl aged 5 at the time of death:Adélaïde Paillard. She was soon joined by Reine Févez. However, most Parisians on the right bank, for whom the cemetery was intended, refused to be buried outside the capital's walls, and even more so in an area regarded as poor and working-class.

Thus, in its first year of operation, the cemetery housed just 13 graves, rising to 44 by 1805. Two years later, only 5 more graves were counted, a far cry from the gigantic necropolis we know today!

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So how did the Père Lachaise cemetery become the cult site it is today? Thanks to a great communications coup! In order to make the cemetery more attractive to Parisians, the Prefect of Paris took a decision that completely changed the game: to transfer the remains of well-known and admired personalities to Père Lachaise.

Thus, the presumed bodies of the famous writer Molière and the celebrated fabulist Jean de La Fontaine lie side by side in this cemetery. The remains ofHéloïse and Abélard, a famous couple with a tumultuous history, are also transferred there.

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A successful challenge! In 1815, the cemetery housed just 2,000 graves, but by 1830 it had grown to 33,000! Père Lachaise soon expanded to become the gigantic cemetery with 70,000 graves we know today, including those ofOscar Wilde, Proust, Balzac, Delacroix, Chopin, Edith Piaf and, more recently, Alain Bashung.

Practical info:

Opening hours:
November to mid-March:
8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday and public holidays.

Mid-March to October:
8am to 6pm Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 6pm Saturday, 9am to 6pm Sunday and public holidays.

Admission:
Free admission

Access:
Métro Philippe Auguste (line 2)
Métro Gambetta (lines 3, 3bis)
Bus 26, 60, 61, 69, 102

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Practical information

Dates and Opening Time
Starts November 23, 2024

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    Location

    Cimetière du Père-Lachaise
    75020 Paris 20

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    Official website
    pere-lachaise.com

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    From November 18 to 24, 2024, Industry Week offers over 3,000 events, visits, workshop discoveries and other activities, all over France. Discover the program in Paris and Île-de-France!
    Did you know? Why does the McD's in Saint-Lazare have the façade of an Alsatian house?
    Does the unusual facade of the McDonald's at 119 rue Saint-Lazare in Paris appeal to you? Discover the history of this Alsatian house that contrasts with the capital's Haussmann-style buildings.
    Did you know? The Opéra Garnier houses a hidden artificial lake
    An artificial lake hidden in the underground passages of the Opéra Garnier in Paris? No, it's not an urban legend, but reality. So why is it there, and can you visit it? We tell you all about it.
    The Pantheon in Paris: prices, opening hours, tour and history of this emblematic monument
    The Paris Pantheon, an emblematic monument in the heart of the capital, reveals the history of France's great personalities. Originally a church dedicated to Sainte Geneviève, the Panthéon is open all year round, giving you the chance to discover its rich heritage and architectural secrets.
    A visit to the Château de Versailles and its program
    The Château de Versailles, its gardens and grounds, are a world heritage site. The official residence of the kings of France, the Château de Versailles holds the record as the largest château in the world, and of course the most visited in France.
    History of Paris: the Cemetery of the Innocents and what remains of it today
    Did you know? In the Halles district of Paris, there was once a well-known cemetery in the capital: the Cimetière des Innocents (or Saint Innocents' Cemetery). Discover its fascinating history and the few remaining vestiges.
    The Hôtel de Soubise, a remarkable setting for the French National Archives
    In the heart of the Marais district, discover a private mansion and its hidden garden, home to the Archives nationales and a free museum open to all. A chance to admire the sublime architecture of the Hôtel de Soubise!
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    The Sainte-Chapelle and its 1113 stained-glass windows, a true Gothic jewel in Paris
    The Sainte-Chapelle is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful buildings in Paris, with its 1113 colorful stained-glass windows depicting scenes from the Old and New Testaments. This 800-year-old Gothic gem becomes a magical place under the sun.
    Médiévale de Mantes 2024: free festive immersion in the heart of the Middle Ages in Mantes-la-Jolie
    La Médiévale de Mantes awaits us on Friday November 22 and Saturday November 23, 2024 in Mantes-la-Jolie. For one day, on the occasion of the 574ᵉ Foire aux Oignons, the town takes us on a journey back in time, where medieval animations, theatrical strolls, and a craft village will transport young and old to the Middle Ages. Both festive and educational, this unique experience is the perfect opportunity to rediscover history in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
    BnF Richelieu, the historic home of the Bibliothèque nationale de France and its museum
    The Richelieu site, located in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, is the historic birthplace of the Bibliothèque nationale de France, which has housed collections of royal documents since 1721. A historic site, recently modernized, accessible to all!
    Did you know? Why are the Champs-Elysées so named?
    Do you know the origin of the name of the Champs-Elysées, the famous Parisian avenue? Created in 1674 by André le Nôtre and officially named in 1698, this royal thoroughfare takes its name from Greek mythology, we tell you.
    6 mysterious and esoteric anecdotes about Parisian monuments
    Paris is a mysterious capital... Between alchemy, astrology and witchcraft, the city and its monuments hide many esoteric anecdotes, for a magical and historic stroll through three Parisian arrondissements!
    The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève, in the heart of the Latin Quarter
    The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève is a landmark in the Latin Quarter. Discover its history!
    Did you know? Why does the McD's in Saint-Lazare have the façade of an Alsatian house?
    Does the unusual facade of the McDonald's at 119 rue Saint-Lazare in Paris appeal to you? Discover the history of this Alsatian house that contrasts with the capital's Haussmann-style buildings.
    Industry Week 2024: the program of unusual visits in Paris and the Paris Region
    From November 18 to 24, 2024, Industry Week offers over 3,000 events, visits, workshop discoveries and other activities, all over France. Discover the program in Paris and Île-de-France!
    The Mazarine Library, the oldest public library at the Institut de France
    The Bibliothèque Mazarine is France's oldest public library, and certainly one of its most beautiful. Open to all as part of the Institut de France, it's a cultural and heritage gem well worth a visit.
    Did you know? The Opéra Garnier houses a hidden artificial lake
    An artificial lake hidden in the underground passages of the Opéra Garnier in Paris? No, it's not an urban legend, but reality. So why is it there, and can you visit it? We tell you all about it.
    The Pantheon in Paris: prices, opening hours, tour and history of this emblematic monument
    The Paris Pantheon, an emblematic monument in the heart of the capital, reveals the history of France's great personalities. Originally a church dedicated to Sainte Geneviève, the Panthéon is open all year round, giving you the chance to discover its rich heritage and architectural secrets.
    A visit to the Château de Versailles and its program
    The Château de Versailles, its gardens and grounds, are a world heritage site. The official residence of the kings of France, the Château de Versailles holds the record as the largest château in the world, and of course the most visited in France.
    The Sainte-Chapelle and its 1113 stained-glass windows, a true Gothic jewel in Paris
    The Sainte-Chapelle is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful buildings in Paris, with its 1113 colorful stained-glass windows depicting scenes from the Old and New Testaments. This 800-year-old Gothic gem becomes a magical place under the sun.
    Médiévale de Mantes 2024: free festive immersion in the heart of the Middle Ages in Mantes-la-Jolie
    La Médiévale de Mantes awaits us on Friday November 22 and Saturday November 23, 2024 in Mantes-la-Jolie. For one day, on the occasion of the 574ᵉ Foire aux Oignons, the town takes us on a journey back in time, where medieval animations, theatrical strolls, and a craft village will transport young and old to the Middle Ages. Both festive and educational, this unique experience is the perfect opportunity to rediscover history in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
    BnF Richelieu, the historic home of the Bibliothèque nationale de France and its museum
    The Richelieu site, located in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, is the historic birthplace of the Bibliothèque nationale de France, which has housed collections of royal documents since 1721. A historic site, recently modernized, accessible to all!
    Did you know? Why are the Champs-Elysées so named?
    Do you know the origin of the name of the Champs-Elysées, the famous Parisian avenue? Created in 1674 by André le Nôtre and officially named in 1698, this royal thoroughfare takes its name from Greek mythology, we tell you.
    6 mysterious and esoteric anecdotes about Parisian monuments
    Paris is a mysterious capital... Between alchemy, astrology and witchcraft, the city and its monuments hide many esoteric anecdotes, for a magical and historic stroll through three Parisian arrondissements!
    The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève, in the heart of the Latin Quarter
    The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève is a landmark in the Latin Quarter. Discover its history!
    Did you know? Why does the McD's in Saint-Lazare have the façade of an Alsatian house?
    Does the unusual facade of the McDonald's at 119 rue Saint-Lazare in Paris appeal to you? Discover the history of this Alsatian house that contrasts with the capital's Haussmann-style buildings.
    Industry Week 2024: the program of unusual visits in Paris and the Paris Region
    From November 18 to 24, 2024, Industry Week offers over 3,000 events, visits, workshop discoveries and other activities, all over France. Discover the program in Paris and Île-de-France!
    The Mazarine Library, the oldest public library at the Institut de France
    The Bibliothèque Mazarine is France's oldest public library, and certainly one of its most beautiful. Open to all as part of the Institut de France, it's a cultural and heritage gem well worth a visit.
    Did you know? The Opéra Garnier houses a hidden artificial lake
    An artificial lake hidden in the underground passages of the Opéra Garnier in Paris? No, it's not an urban legend, but reality. So why is it there, and can you visit it? We tell you all about it.
    The Pantheon in Paris: prices, opening hours, tour and history of this emblematic monument
    The Paris Pantheon, an emblematic monument in the heart of the capital, reveals the history of France's great personalities. Originally a church dedicated to Sainte Geneviève, the Panthéon is open all year round, giving you the chance to discover its rich heritage and architectural secrets.
    A visit to the Château de Versailles and its program
    The Château de Versailles, its gardens and grounds, are a world heritage site. The official residence of the kings of France, the Château de Versailles holds the record as the largest château in the world, and of course the most visited in France.
    The Sainte-Chapelle and its 1113 stained-glass windows, a true Gothic jewel in Paris
    The Sainte-Chapelle is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful buildings in Paris, with its 1113 colorful stained-glass windows depicting scenes from the Old and New Testaments. This 800-year-old Gothic gem becomes a magical place under the sun.
    Médiévale de Mantes 2024: free festive immersion in the heart of the Middle Ages in Mantes-la-Jolie
    La Médiévale de Mantes awaits us on Friday November 22 and Saturday November 23, 2024 in Mantes-la-Jolie. For one day, on the occasion of the 574ᵉ Foire aux Oignons, the town takes us on a journey back in time, where medieval animations, theatrical strolls, and a craft village will transport young and old to the Middle Ages. Both festive and educational, this unique experience is the perfect opportunity to rediscover history in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
    BnF Richelieu, the historic home of the Bibliothèque nationale de France and its museum
    The Richelieu site, located in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, is the historic birthplace of the Bibliothèque nationale de France, which has housed collections of royal documents since 1721. A historic site, recently modernized, accessible to all!
    Did you know? Why are the Champs-Elysées so named?
    Do you know the origin of the name of the Champs-Elysées, the famous Parisian avenue? Created in 1674 by André le Nôtre and officially named in 1698, this royal thoroughfare takes its name from Greek mythology, we tell you.
    6 mysterious and esoteric anecdotes about Parisian monuments
    Paris is a mysterious capital... Between alchemy, astrology and witchcraft, the city and its monuments hide many esoteric anecdotes, for a magical and historic stroll through three Parisian arrondissements!
    The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève, in the heart of the Latin Quarter
    The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève is a landmark in the Latin Quarter. Discover its history!
    Did you know? Why does the McD's in Saint-Lazare have the façade of an Alsatian house?
    Does the unusual facade of the McDonald's at 119 rue Saint-Lazare in Paris appeal to you? Discover the history of this Alsatian house that contrasts with the capital's Haussmann-style buildings.
    Industry Week 2024: the program of unusual visits in Paris and the Paris Region
    From November 18 to 24, 2024, Industry Week offers over 3,000 events, visits, workshop discoveries and other activities, all over France. Discover the program in Paris and Île-de-France!
    The Mazarine Library, the oldest public library at the Institut de France
    The Bibliothèque Mazarine is France's oldest public library, and certainly one of its most beautiful. Open to all as part of the Institut de France, it's a cultural and heritage gem well worth a visit.
    Did you know? The Opéra Garnier houses a hidden artificial lake
    An artificial lake hidden in the underground passages of the Opéra Garnier in Paris? No, it's not an urban legend, but reality. So why is it there, and can you visit it? We tell you all about it.
    The Pantheon in Paris: prices, opening hours, tour and history of this emblematic monument
    The Paris Pantheon, an emblematic monument in the heart of the capital, reveals the history of France's great personalities. Originally a church dedicated to Sainte Geneviève, the Panthéon is open all year round, giving you the chance to discover its rich heritage and architectural secrets.
    A visit to the Château de Versailles and its program
    The Château de Versailles, its gardens and grounds, are a world heritage site. The official residence of the kings of France, the Château de Versailles holds the record as the largest château in the world, and of course the most visited in France.
    The Sainte-Chapelle and its 1113 stained-glass windows, a true Gothic jewel in Paris
    The Sainte-Chapelle is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful buildings in Paris, with its 1113 colorful stained-glass windows depicting scenes from the Old and New Testaments. This 800-year-old Gothic gem becomes a magical place under the sun.
    Médiévale de Mantes 2024: free festive immersion in the heart of the Middle Ages in Mantes-la-Jolie
    La Médiévale de Mantes awaits us on Friday November 22 and Saturday November 23, 2024 in Mantes-la-Jolie. For one day, on the occasion of the 574ᵉ Foire aux Oignons, the town takes us on a journey back in time, where medieval animations, theatrical strolls, and a craft village will transport young and old to the Middle Ages. Both festive and educational, this unique experience is the perfect opportunity to rediscover history in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
    BnF Richelieu, the historic home of the Bibliothèque nationale de France and its museum
    The Richelieu site, located in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, is the historic birthplace of the Bibliothèque nationale de France, which has housed collections of royal documents since 1721. A historic site, recently modernized, accessible to all!
    Did you know? Why are the Champs-Elysées so named?
    Do you know the origin of the name of the Champs-Elysées, the famous Parisian avenue? Created in 1674 by André le Nôtre and officially named in 1698, this royal thoroughfare takes its name from Greek mythology, we tell you.
    6 mysterious and esoteric anecdotes about Parisian monuments
    Paris is a mysterious capital... Between alchemy, astrology and witchcraft, the city and its monuments hide many esoteric anecdotes, for a magical and historic stroll through three Parisian arrondissements!
    The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève, in the heart of the Latin Quarter
    The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève is a landmark in the Latin Quarter. Discover its history!
    Did you know? Why does the McD's in Saint-Lazare have the façade of an Alsatian house?
    Does the unusual facade of the McDonald's at 119 rue Saint-Lazare in Paris appeal to you? Discover the history of this Alsatian house that contrasts with the capital's Haussmann-style buildings.
    Industry Week 2024: the program of unusual visits in Paris and the Paris Region
    From November 18 to 24, 2024, Industry Week offers over 3,000 events, visits, workshop discoveries and other activities, all over France. Discover the program in Paris and Île-de-France!
    The Mazarine Library, the oldest public library at the Institut de France
    The Bibliothèque Mazarine is France's oldest public library, and certainly one of its most beautiful. Open to all as part of the Institut de France, it's a cultural and heritage gem well worth a visit.
    Did you know? The Opéra Garnier houses a hidden artificial lake
    An artificial lake hidden in the underground passages of the Opéra Garnier in Paris? No, it's not an urban legend, but reality. So why is it there, and can you visit it? We tell you all about it.
    The Pantheon in Paris: prices, opening hours, tour and history of this emblematic monument
    The Paris Pantheon, an emblematic monument in the heart of the capital, reveals the history of France's great personalities. Originally a church dedicated to Sainte Geneviève, the Panthéon is open all year round, giving you the chance to discover its rich heritage and architectural secrets.
    A visit to the Château de Versailles and its program
    The Château de Versailles, its gardens and grounds, are a world heritage site. The official residence of the kings of France, the Château de Versailles holds the record as the largest château in the world, and of course the most visited in France.
    Refine your search
    The Sainte-Chapelle and its 1113 stained-glass windows, a true Gothic jewel in Paris
    The Sainte-Chapelle is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful buildings in Paris, with its 1113 colorful stained-glass windows depicting scenes from the Old and New Testaments. This 800-year-old Gothic gem becomes a magical place under the sun.
    BnF Richelieu, the historic home of the Bibliothèque nationale de France and its museum
    The Richelieu site, located in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, is the historic birthplace of the Bibliothèque nationale de France, which has housed collections of royal documents since 1721. A historic site, recently modernized, accessible to all!
    Did you know? Why are the Champs-Elysées so named?
    Do you know the origin of the name of the Champs-Elysées, the famous Parisian avenue? Created in 1674 by André le Nôtre and officially named in 1698, this royal thoroughfare takes its name from Greek mythology, we tell you.
    6 mysterious and esoteric anecdotes about Parisian monuments
    Paris is a mysterious capital... Between alchemy, astrology and witchcraft, the city and its monuments hide many esoteric anecdotes, for a magical and historic stroll through three Parisian arrondissements!
    The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève, in the heart of the Latin Quarter
    The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève is a landmark in the Latin Quarter. Discover its history!
    Did you know? Why does the McD's in Saint-Lazare have the façade of an Alsatian house?
    Does the unusual facade of the McDonald's at 119 rue Saint-Lazare in Paris appeal to you? Discover the history of this Alsatian house that contrasts with the capital's Haussmann-style buildings.
    The Mazarine Library, the oldest public library at the Institut de France
    The Bibliothèque Mazarine is France's oldest public library, and certainly one of its most beautiful. Open to all as part of the Institut de France, it's a cultural and heritage gem well worth a visit.
    Did you know? The Opéra Garnier houses a hidden artificial lake
    An artificial lake hidden in the underground passages of the Opéra Garnier in Paris? No, it's not an urban legend, but reality. So why is it there, and can you visit it? We tell you all about it.
    The Pantheon in Paris: prices, opening hours, tour and history of this emblematic monument
    The Paris Pantheon, an emblematic monument in the heart of the capital, reveals the history of France's great personalities. Originally a church dedicated to Sainte Geneviève, the Panthéon is open all year round, giving you the chance to discover its rich heritage and architectural secrets.
    A visit to the Château de Versailles and its program
    The Château de Versailles, its gardens and grounds, are a world heritage site. The official residence of the kings of France, the Château de Versailles holds the record as the largest château in the world, and of course the most visited in France.
    History of Paris: the Cemetery of the Innocents and what remains of it today
    Did you know? In the Halles district of Paris, there was once a well-known cemetery in the capital: the Cimetière des Innocents (or Saint Innocents' Cemetery). Discover its fascinating history and the few remaining vestiges.
    The Château de Monte-Cristo, Alexandre Dumas' hidden and unusual home
    Discover the Château de Monte-Cristo, the residence imagined by the writer Alexandre Dumas. Set in an English garden in the heart of the Yvelines, on the Saint-Germain-en-Laye side, you'll find an exuberantly styled 19th-century château and its small Château d'If. We take you on a tour of this hidden heritage, listed as a historic monument.
    The Sainte-Chapelle and its 1113 stained-glass windows, a true Gothic jewel in Paris
    The Sainte-Chapelle is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful buildings in Paris, with its 1113 colorful stained-glass windows depicting scenes from the Old and New Testaments. This 800-year-old Gothic gem becomes a magical place under the sun.
    BnF Richelieu, the historic home of the Bibliothèque nationale de France and its museum
    The Richelieu site, located in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, is the historic birthplace of the Bibliothèque nationale de France, which has housed collections of royal documents since 1721. A historic site, recently modernized, accessible to all!
    Did you know? Why are the Champs-Elysées so named?
    Do you know the origin of the name of the Champs-Elysées, the famous Parisian avenue? Created in 1674 by André le Nôtre and officially named in 1698, this royal thoroughfare takes its name from Greek mythology, we tell you.
    6 mysterious and esoteric anecdotes about Parisian monuments
    Paris is a mysterious capital... Between alchemy, astrology and witchcraft, the city and its monuments hide many esoteric anecdotes, for a magical and historic stroll through three Parisian arrondissements!
    The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève, in the heart of the Latin Quarter
    The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève is a landmark in the Latin Quarter. Discover its history!
    Did you know? Why does the McD's in Saint-Lazare have the façade of an Alsatian house?
    Does the unusual facade of the McDonald's at 119 rue Saint-Lazare in Paris appeal to you? Discover the history of this Alsatian house that contrasts with the capital's Haussmann-style buildings.
    The Mazarine Library, the oldest public library at the Institut de France
    The Bibliothèque Mazarine is France's oldest public library, and certainly one of its most beautiful. Open to all as part of the Institut de France, it's a cultural and heritage gem well worth a visit.
    Did you know? The Opéra Garnier houses a hidden artificial lake
    An artificial lake hidden in the underground passages of the Opéra Garnier in Paris? No, it's not an urban legend, but reality. So why is it there, and can you visit it? We tell you all about it.
    The Pantheon in Paris: prices, opening hours, tour and history of this emblematic monument
    The Paris Pantheon, an emblematic monument in the heart of the capital, reveals the history of France's great personalities. Originally a church dedicated to Sainte Geneviève, the Panthéon is open all year round, giving you the chance to discover its rich heritage and architectural secrets.
    A visit to the Château de Versailles and its program
    The Château de Versailles, its gardens and grounds, are a world heritage site. The official residence of the kings of France, the Château de Versailles holds the record as the largest château in the world, and of course the most visited in France.
    History of Paris: the Cemetery of the Innocents and what remains of it today
    Did you know? In the Halles district of Paris, there was once a well-known cemetery in the capital: the Cimetière des Innocents (or Saint Innocents' Cemetery). Discover its fascinating history and the few remaining vestiges.
    The Château de Monte-Cristo, Alexandre Dumas' hidden and unusual home
    Discover the Château de Monte-Cristo, the residence imagined by the writer Alexandre Dumas. Set in an English garden in the heart of the Yvelines, on the Saint-Germain-en-Laye side, you'll find an exuberantly styled 19th-century château and its small Château d'If. We take you on a tour of this hidden heritage, listed as a historic monument.
    The Sainte-Chapelle and its 1113 stained-glass windows, a true Gothic jewel in Paris
    The Sainte-Chapelle is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful buildings in Paris, with its 1113 colorful stained-glass windows depicting scenes from the Old and New Testaments. This 800-year-old Gothic gem becomes a magical place under the sun.
    BnF Richelieu, the historic home of the Bibliothèque nationale de France and its museum
    The Richelieu site, located in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, is the historic birthplace of the Bibliothèque nationale de France, which has housed collections of royal documents since 1721. A historic site, recently modernized, accessible to all!
    Did you know? Why are the Champs-Elysées so named?
    Do you know the origin of the name of the Champs-Elysées, the famous Parisian avenue? Created in 1674 by André le Nôtre and officially named in 1698, this royal thoroughfare takes its name from Greek mythology, we tell you.
    6 mysterious and esoteric anecdotes about Parisian monuments
    Paris is a mysterious capital... Between alchemy, astrology and witchcraft, the city and its monuments hide many esoteric anecdotes, for a magical and historic stroll through three Parisian arrondissements!
    The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève, in the heart of the Latin Quarter
    The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève is a landmark in the Latin Quarter. Discover its history!
    Did you know? Why does the McD's in Saint-Lazare have the façade of an Alsatian house?
    Does the unusual facade of the McDonald's at 119 rue Saint-Lazare in Paris appeal to you? Discover the history of this Alsatian house that contrasts with the capital's Haussmann-style buildings.
    The Mazarine Library, the oldest public library at the Institut de France
    The Bibliothèque Mazarine is France's oldest public library, and certainly one of its most beautiful. Open to all as part of the Institut de France, it's a cultural and heritage gem well worth a visit.
    Did you know? The Opéra Garnier houses a hidden artificial lake
    An artificial lake hidden in the underground passages of the Opéra Garnier in Paris? No, it's not an urban legend, but reality. So why is it there, and can you visit it? We tell you all about it.
    The Pantheon in Paris: prices, opening hours, tour and history of this emblematic monument
    The Paris Pantheon, an emblematic monument in the heart of the capital, reveals the history of France's great personalities. Originally a church dedicated to Sainte Geneviève, the Panthéon is open all year round, giving you the chance to discover its rich heritage and architectural secrets.
    A visit to the Château de Versailles and its program
    The Château de Versailles, its gardens and grounds, are a world heritage site. The official residence of the kings of France, the Château de Versailles holds the record as the largest château in the world, and of course the most visited in France.
    History of Paris: the Cemetery of the Innocents and what remains of it today
    Did you know? In the Halles district of Paris, there was once a well-known cemetery in the capital: the Cimetière des Innocents (or Saint Innocents' Cemetery). Discover its fascinating history and the few remaining vestiges.
    The Château de Monte-Cristo, Alexandre Dumas' hidden and unusual home
    Discover the Château de Monte-Cristo, the residence imagined by the writer Alexandre Dumas. Set in an English garden in the heart of the Yvelines, on the Saint-Germain-en-Laye side, you'll find an exuberantly styled 19th-century château and its small Château d'If. We take you on a tour of this hidden heritage, listed as a historic monument.
    The Sainte-Chapelle and its 1113 stained-glass windows, a true Gothic jewel in Paris
    The Sainte-Chapelle is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful buildings in Paris, with its 1113 colorful stained-glass windows depicting scenes from the Old and New Testaments. This 800-year-old Gothic gem becomes a magical place under the sun.
    BnF Richelieu, the historic home of the Bibliothèque nationale de France and its museum
    The Richelieu site, located in the 2nd arrondissement of Paris, is the historic birthplace of the Bibliothèque nationale de France, which has housed collections of royal documents since 1721. A historic site, recently modernized, accessible to all!
    Did you know? Why are the Champs-Elysées so named?
    Do you know the origin of the name of the Champs-Elysées, the famous Parisian avenue? Created in 1674 by André le Nôtre and officially named in 1698, this royal thoroughfare takes its name from Greek mythology, we tell you.
    6 mysterious and esoteric anecdotes about Parisian monuments
    Paris is a mysterious capital... Between alchemy, astrology and witchcraft, the city and its monuments hide many esoteric anecdotes, for a magical and historic stroll through three Parisian arrondissements!
    The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève, in the heart of the Latin Quarter
    The Bibliothèque Sainte-Geneviève is a landmark in the Latin Quarter. Discover its history!
    Did you know? Why does the McD's in Saint-Lazare have the façade of an Alsatian house?
    Does the unusual facade of the McDonald's at 119 rue Saint-Lazare in Paris appeal to you? Discover the history of this Alsatian house that contrasts with the capital's Haussmann-style buildings.
    The Mazarine Library, the oldest public library at the Institut de France
    The Bibliothèque Mazarine is France's oldest public library, and certainly one of its most beautiful. Open to all as part of the Institut de France, it's a cultural and heritage gem well worth a visit.
    Did you know? The Opéra Garnier houses a hidden artificial lake
    An artificial lake hidden in the underground passages of the Opéra Garnier in Paris? No, it's not an urban legend, but reality. So why is it there, and can you visit it? We tell you all about it.
    The Pantheon in Paris: prices, opening hours, tour and history of this emblematic monument
    The Paris Pantheon, an emblematic monument in the heart of the capital, reveals the history of France's great personalities. Originally a church dedicated to Sainte Geneviève, the Panthéon is open all year round, giving you the chance to discover its rich heritage and architectural secrets.
    A visit to the Château de Versailles and its program
    The Château de Versailles, its gardens and grounds, are a world heritage site. The official residence of the kings of France, the Château de Versailles holds the record as the largest château in the world, and of course the most visited in France.
    History of Paris: the Cemetery of the Innocents and what remains of it today
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