(Last Update: 04.09.2024) Usually when walking on the Champs-Elysées Triumphal archWe set off from there, from there ConcordWe walk as much as we can, visit shops on the way, and then Tuileries gardenWe sit and take a breath. But on your way, just to your right Grand Palais Petit PalaisIf you go to the left side of the road at the point where you see , a little further on, on the left, among the trees, in an area protected by a lot of soldiers and police. Elysee PalaceI mean Elysée PalaceYou can see .
Although this point you will reach is the point where the backyard and back door of the palace are located, there is even a very nice place on this side on weekends. old stamp market It is also installed on weekends, but if you go around the wall, for example, from the left side, Rue du Faubourg Saint Honoré to the side, To the main gate of the Elysée Palace you come.
When you look from the outside, it looks like a modest building compared to many buildings in Paris. If you don't see the French flag on top and a few guards at the door, or rather, if you don't pay attention to the people looking at the door with curious eyes and constantly taking photos, you may be able to pass through the door without even noticing.
However, this is the administrative base of the French State. For us Cankaya Mansion More precisely, the new presidential palace is now for the Americans. White House Anyway, for the French too Elysée Palace it is. When I lived in Washington DC in 1999, we used to go for a picnic in front of the White House with our friends. I don't know if it is still allowed, but at that time it was possible to lie down on the grass right next to the iron bars of the palace and have a picnic. For example, this is not possible in front of the Elysée Palace...
The history of the Elysée Palace dates back to the early 1700s and here, first of all, the nobles of the imperial period Louis Henri de la Tour d'Auvergne lived. The building has changed hands so many times throughout history that it has a chaotic chronology, like French history... Many of us may think that France was governed by the royal system until 1789, and that it was governed by the republic from the French Revolution to the present day, but in fact, it has been under state regime several times during this time period. He oscillated between "the republic and the kingdom".
In other words, we have come to this day after many struggles for the republican regime and its achievements. I would like to share this issue with you one day (after I fully understand the details), but the issue is really complicated.
While trying to understand the situation Turkey is in today, learning about France's struggle for republic throughout history contributed greatly to my perspective on the subject. Currently, the republican regime in France is established in 1958. 5. Republic If I say that it is, I think I can give an idea about the extent of the issue.
The purpose of sharing this brief information was to explain that the Elysée Palace changed hands many times in this context and its purpose changed. Because the Elysée Palace is sometimes nobles After the French Revolution, it became the property of the people and was used for this purpose. Sometimes, rich bourgeoisie became the owners of this place, and after a while, Napoleon, who came out from among the people and declared himself emperor thanks to “again”imperial property” happened. The palace, which changed hands many times throughout history, eventually survived as the property of the French State as the Presidential Residence.
The main entrance gate of the palace is 8. borough'in, Rue du Faubourg Saint Honoré It is located on this street, which is adorned with many boutiques, shops, art galleries, restaurants and beautiful buildings from end to end. Even though the street is narrow, it is very fertile. You can't finish it in one go, and even if you finish it, you can't get enough of it.
The garden of the Elysée Palace has been renovated since June 2014.first sunday of every month” opened its doors to visitors. I was among the first visitors who had the chance to visit this palace on the first day it was opened to visitors, that is, June 1, 2014, but this practice was later abandoned. Today, the palace is only used for festivals held every year in September. Journées du Patrimoine – European Cultural Heritage Days It can be visited as part of the event.
While the front of the building is a wall-building that screens the main street with typical French architecture, there is an inner courtyard, the main building and an extremely serene garden behind it. There is a very nice fountain pool and beautiful sculptures in this garden. The winter garden looks just as enjoyable. However, I cannot help but say that this presidential building is relatively "too modest" for a country with such a glorious past.
A “Champs Elysees” – Champs Elysées on your trip or Rue du Faubourg Saint Honoré I think walking around this place while walking on it will add a pleasant memory to your Paris trip. No matter where you turn from here, rest assured that you will continue your trip with pleasure.
The shortest way to the Elysée Palace metro to reach with M1 or M13 lines “Champs Elysées – ClemenceauAll you have to do is get off at the station.
Pleasant trips, pleasant discoveries.
Web address: elysee.fr
