île de la Cité
파리 1구
island in the river Seine, Paris, France
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation1:26
Welcome to the Île de la Cité, the natural island in the Seine that serves as the birthplace of Paris. Known as 'Lutetia' in Roman times, this island was the site of the fortress of the Roman governor in the 4th century. …
Listen in the app2Notre-Dame de Paris: A Gothic Icon in Rebirth1:39
Standing before the Notre-Dame de Paris, you are looking at one of the finest examples of French Gothic architecture. Construction began in the 12th century and took nearly 200 years to complete. …
Listen in the app3The Archaeological Crypt and Roman Roots1:16
Located just beneath the parvis of Notre-Dame is the Archaeological Crypt of the Île de la Cité. This museum presents archaeological remains discovered during excavations in the 1960s, ranging from Antiquity to the 19th century. …
Listen in the app4Sainte-Chapelle: The Jewel Box of King Louis IX1:30
Sainte-Chapelle is, for many, the most beautiful church in the world. Built in the 13th century by King Louis IX—the only French king to be canonized as a saint—it was designed to house the most sacred relics of Christendom,…
Listen in the app5The Flower Market of Queen Elizabeth II1:20
Between the Palais de Justice and the Seine, you will find the charming Flower Market of the Île de la Cité. Established in the early 19th century, this market has been a favorite of Parisians for generations. …
Listen in the app6Rue de la Colombe and the Legend of the Doves1:17
Away from the grand monuments, the Île de la Cité hides several intimate streets that preserve the atmosphere of the Middle Ages. One of these is the Rue de la Colombe. …
Listen in the app7Square du Vert-Galant and the Island's Tip1:16
We conclude our walk at the northwestern tip of the island, in the Square du Vert-Galant. This small park, shaped like the prow of a ship, offers some of the most beautiful views of the Seine and the Louvre. …
Listen in the app8Closing1:25
As we stand at the tip of the Île de la Cité, watching the river divide around us, we have truly touched the roots of Paris. We have seen the soaring Gothic majesty of Notre-Dame, the radiant glass of Sainte-Chapelle, and the…
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What is île de la Cité?
île de la Cité is a place in 파리 1구 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 파리 1구 |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Total length | 11 min 09 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 48.8547, 2.3475 |
| Last updated |
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