Palace des Vosges Paris


France - Avignon - Paris
The Palace des Vosges is the most beautiful and oldest square in Paris. Originally called the 'Place Royale', the name Palace des Vosges was given to the square by Napoleon in order to show his gratitude to the Vosges department (this was the first department in Paris to pay its taxes).
The Palace des Vosges is indeed a must visit in Paris.

Features of the Palace des Vosges in Paris:

  -   The Palace des Vosges in Paris was built between 1605 and 1612 by Henry IV.
  -   The Palace des Vosges in Paris is formed in total symmetry and measures 140 meters by 140 meters.
  -   Often termed as one of the first attempts of royal city planning, The Palace des Vosges and the buildings around it form a quasi-rectangular shape. This later became an ideal structure, to be followed by all residential squares.
  -   The Palace des Vosges in Paris is fringed by 39 identical buildings. These buildings stand majestically with their steep slate roofs, red and white stone façade and dorm windows, around the Palace des Vosges.
  -   Some of the important structures around the Palace des Vosges in Paris are - Musée Carnavalet, Hôtel de Chaulnes, the Academy of Architecture, the Hôtel de la Rivière, Maison de Victor Hugo etc.
  -   Some of the famous residents of the area were- Victor Hugo,Cardinal Richelieuetc.


Location of the Palace des Vosges, Paris:
The Palace des Vosges is situated in Le Marais. It is located at the 3e arrondissement and lies bordering 4e arr.

How can you go to the Palace des Vosges in Paris?
You can reach the Palace des Vosges in Paris by taking the metro: Bastille, Saint Paul, Chemin Vert.


The timings of Palace des Vosges in Paris:
The Palace des Vosges in Paris is open twenty four hours a day.


The admission fee to the Palace des Vosges in Paris:
Entry to the Palace des Vosges in Paris is free and you can linger around at any time of the day.

The Contact Details of Palace des Vosges in Paris:

Address of the Palace des Vosges in Paris:

Quai du Marche Neuf
Paris 75004 France

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