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Paris by Arrondissement: The 3rd
The powerful Knights Templar settled in the third arrondissement in the 12th century, but today just a few street names remind us of that. Envious of their wealth, Philip the Fair schemed to bring about their downfall and paid dearly for it. The Temple district is also associated with Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette for they were kept prisoners in the Temple tower, now destroyed.
Henri IV made the Marais the center of aristocratic Paris in the 17th century with the stunning Place Royale, now the Place des Vosges. Until the court left for Versailles, the area remained as such with many sumptuous mansions and gardens. However, their glorious exteriors do not tell us much about their colorful inhabitants nor reveal the intrigues that went on behind their walls.
Join us for this walk from the Temple to the Place des Vosges and learn more about the history of this area.
Come join our popular series exploring the rich history and intimate secrets of Parisian neighborhoods. These are participative tours so if you have favorite places to share, please contact Lee Hubert at wice@wice-paris.org, mentioning her name in the subject line. Those who wish may join us afterwards for lunch. |
Instructor: Lee Hubert, B.A. Boston Univ., French and English, is a long-time resident of Paris.
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Tuesday, May 27 |
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10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. |
Code: |
LY271 |
Fee: |
22€ |
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Meet at 10:15 a.m. at Métro Temple. |
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