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Sorbonne

8 story sections15 min 22 s in all

historical university and building in Paris, France

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Contents

8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Sorbonne2:05

    Welcome to the Place de la Sore-bone, the undeniable historical heart of the Parisian university system. As you stand upon this bustling plaza, you are immediately enveloped by the vibrant energy of the Latin Quarter. …

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  2. 2The Vision of Robert de Sore-bone2:05

    We now direct our attention to the foundational history of this remarkable institution. In the middle of the thirteenth century, the year twelve fifty seven to be precise, a humble theologian named Robert de Sore-bone established…

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  3. 3Cardinal Reesh-lee-uh and the Grand Chapel1:54

    Moving further along our route, we arrive at a focal point of both architectural and historical significance. In the early seventeenth century, the institution found a powerful and incredibly influential patron in the form of…

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  4. 4The Intellectual Majesty of the Grand Amphitheater1:53

    Our next stop brings us to the very intellectual epicenter of the university, the breathtakingly majestic Grand Amphitheater. This cavernous hall was inaugurated in the late nineteenth century during the time of the Third…

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  5. 5The Cour d'Honneur and the Statues of Greatness1:53

    Exiting the great halls, we find ourselves in the elegant Cour d'Honneur, the main courtyard that serves as the tranquil central artery of the university complex. Surrounded by the beautifully structured facades of the nineteenth…

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  6. 6The Grand Library and the Written Word1:51

    We now approach the monumental library of the Sore-bone, a sprawling sanctuary of the written word. This extraordinary repository houses millions of volumes, encompassing the vast, unending expanse of human thought across…

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  7. 7The Vibrant Latin Quarter Ecosystem1:55

    Finally, we step back out into the bustling streets to explore the broader context of this historic institution. The university does not exist in isolation; it is the beating heart of the legendary Latin Quarter. …

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  8. 8Sorbonne1:46

    As we conclude our extensive exploration of this remarkable institution, take a final moment to reflect upon the immense journey we have undertaken today. From its incredibly modest beginnings as a small theological college for…

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What is Sorbonne?

Sorbonne is a place with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Total length15 min 22 s in all
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates48.8486, 2.3436
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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