(Last Update: 04.09.2024) Rising in one of the most lively areas of Paris, Saint Paul Church is located in the 4th century. borough'in, Marais DistrictA building located in a very central location at the starting point of . I pass by it many times, I have even met in front of it many times as a meeting point; It wasn't until much later that I had the chance to go inside and look at it.
I thought why I didn't enter before, Notre Dame Cathedral, Saint Sulpice Church, Sacre Coeur Basilica, Madeleine Church Maybe it wasn't time for buildings like these, and there was always restoration work going on here, so it didn't have a very inviting atmosphere, but when the restoration was completed and the exterior was renewed, it took on a very showy appearance, even though it wasn't very big, and I was able to think of visiting this place. 🙂
The church, which rises on a flat facade when you look from the outside, has a different appearance when you look from the back. 1641'also XIII. LouisThe original name of the church built by the order of Église-Saint-Paul-Sain-Louis, i.e. Church of Saint Paul-Saint Louis but in daily life it is always referred to as Saint Paul Church.
Saint Paul, a Catholic-Roman church built in the classical style, also gave its name to the surrounding area. It's already right next door metro station, Marais DistrictIt is the first square where those who come to Istanbul by metro step into a vibrant life.
Daily life flows with all its liveliness in this part of Paris, with the carousel in the square and the cafes, restaurants, boutiques, shops and stores lined up around the square. The street in front of the church is to the right, Bastille Operawhere is located Bastille Square direction, to the left, respectively. Hôtel de Ville, Châtelet, Louvre ve Tuileries over ConcordIt extends up to .
As you wander around the back of the church, you see a series of hidden courtyards. Village Saint PaulI recommend you not to miss. Maybe you'll be lucky here brocanteYou may even come across . Even when you get a little further Seine RiverYou reach; cute cafe right here The Nautes there is; If the island in front of you is Île Saint Louis is happening.
Without ever entering these places, you will feel yourself when you turn your back to Saint Paul and enter any of the streets going up. Marais DistrictYou find it in . It's there now Carnavalet MuseumDo you want to visit ? Place des VosgesShould you wander around this store or this store? Should you sit and unwind in any cafe or restaurant? You can do whatever you want around Saint Paul.
When you enter the church, the liveliness of life outside suddenly takes on a mystical atmosphere. After wandering around the church and breathing in the spiritual air for a bit, you can light a candle, say your prayers, or sit on the pews and find your own way to feel the atmosphere, depending on your beliefs. Saint Paul is a must-see place, even just for a quick look.
When you go out, life will be waiting for you where you left it.
Here metro when you want to come with M1 Just get off at the line's Saint Paul station.
Pleasant trips, pleasant discoveries.
Address: Eglise Saint-Paul, 99 Rue Saint-Antoine, 75004 Paris
