(Last Update: 01.03.2024) The most important symbolic square of the French Revolution Bastille Square – Place de la Bastillelocated here during the popular uprising on July 14, 1789, has its historical significance. Bastille PrisonIt takes its name from the incident in which the prisoners were released after being raided by the rebellious people. In fact, every year July 14th is celebrated in France.La Fête National Français – French National Holiday” is celebrated as. Since the prison, which was located in this square until the French Revolution, was a castle representing one of the symbols of French absolutism, it was destroyed during the revolution and nothing remained. It is said that its parts were used in the construction of many bridges and buildings. By the way, the famous "" in the middle of Bastille SquareLa Colonne de Juillet” monument has nothing to do with the revolution in 1789, it was erected in memory of the revolution in 1830.
Today, Bastille Square is an extremely lively area. Located right in the square Bastille Opera – Opéra de Bastille Although it looks quite assertive with its contemporary architecture, in my opinion it has a slightly unattractive, shopping mall-like appearance. But the inside is extremely impressive and functional; Opera Garnier Although it is not as impressive, watching an opera, ballet or dance show here is a different experience.
If you are lucky, you may also come across a cultural and artistic event in the square. At that time, Bastille Square is closed to traffic and turns into an open-air concert area.
There are also many cafes and restaurants around Bastille Square. One of the biggest problems in Paris is that there is a limit to the capacity of your stomach (and therefore your wallet). People always want to eat and drink wherever they go, but neither their stomach nor their wallet can bear it...
On the north side of Bastille Square, with roads on both sides and a wooded area in the middle, on Sundays street market is being established. You can think of this place like a flea market; You will not even realize how time passes as you wander among different objects. lucky one brocanteHow lucky you are if you came across .
When you enter the street where Le Bastille is located and turn right (Rue de Lappe) You can discover the interesting bars of Paris. This place gets very lively at night, especially on weekend nights.
Returning to Bastille Square, if you continue walking on the left side of the Nike store, after a while you will see “PachamamaYou will reach a very nice restaurant-nightclub called ”. You may be interested in the Latin dance nights held here. The atmosphere inside is also very interesting.
Go down the road on the south side of Bastille Square Canal Saint Martin – Saint Martin Canalthe head of Port of Arsenal – Port de l'ArsenalYou can reach , where you can board a canal cruise boat or sail directly along the water among the delightful private boats. Seine River walking towards the side Saint Louis IslandYou can go to, on the way Arsenal PavilionYou can stop by or stroll along the river in any direction you wish.
One of the most colorful districts of Paris Marais Districtto and one of the beautiful squares Vosges SquareIt is also possible to reach by walking from Bastille Square. here Victor Hugo's HouseYou should definitely see . If you walk north République SquareYou arrive at . There is also an interesting store on the road. Merci Concept Store There is, I think you'll like it.
It is possible to make many more suggestions, but another activity that I would recommend you to do in limited time is to do it in nice weather. Bastille OperaAfter walking for a while on Rue de Lyon, enter from the right side of , from an entrance you will see on your left, La Promenade PlantéeYou have to climb the stairs to . By doing this, you won't believe your eyes when you reach a long hiking trail. Because this is an old railway route and was later designed as a recreation area. I really recommend you not to miss it. Meanwhile, the other end of Rue de Lyon Gare de LyonIt will go up anyway. Colorful street on the road Rue CrémieuxI suggest you don't neglect either. There is also a secret passage right in the corner of the square. Cour Damoye It's located here, you'd better take a look there while you're here. There are many more passages and passages in this region…
I can recommend this region for accommodation, especially to young people and those who feel young. Since it is a very lively area, there is a possibility that it may be noisy at night. For suggestions on hotels to stay in the area Paris and Accommodation It would be useful for you to read the article.
Yes, in summary, I can say this about Bastille Square. Oh, there's one more thing, our French call "Bastille" "Basty” they read, “bastilleIf you say " they may not understand :)
To reach the Bastille M1, M5 ve M8 metro All you have to do is get off at the "Bastille" station of the lines. Especially the station where the M1 line stops is very beautiful 😉
Pleasant trips, pleasant discoveries…
Address: Place de la Bastille, Paris
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I walked around the Bastille for a short time, was it ugly? Would I visit it again? No, while I was walking around there, I had nothing in mind other than the Bastille prison and Aleksandra Dumas. I didn't know much about the surroundings and I didn't know if there were any special places in it...
Mr. Ahmet, can you give the street name of the recreation area you mentioned?
The name of this place is la coulée verte. In some sources it is referred to as la promenade plantée. If you enter Rue de Lyon from the right side of the Bastille Opera, there is an entrance on the left after walking a little. Actually, there are several entrances. If you come from this direction, I think the most suitable one is 34-38 Rue de Lyon 75012 Paris. Look on Google Maps, you will see a structure like a brick arched bridge, you can reach it by climbing the stairs from here. Actually, I need to write an article about this place. Thanks for reminding…