Porte Saint-Denis

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Parisian monument

역사·문화BY TELLBY

1Porte Saint-Denis1:26

Welcome to the bustling intersection of the grand boulevards and the Rue du Faubourg Saint-Denis. Towering above the chaotic, vibrant traffic of the tenth arrondissement is the colossal Porte Saint-Denis. …
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2The Architecture of Triumphalism1:23

Position yourself to view the main facade facing the city. The architect, Francois Blondel, director of the Royal Academy of Architecture, designed the Porte Saint-Denis not as a functional defensive gate, but as a purely…
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3The Crossing of the Rhine1:13

Let us examine the southern facade more closely, focusing on the massive bas-relief sculpture positioned above the archway. This spectacular carving, executed by the brothers Michel and Francois Anguier, depicts one of Louis the…
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4The Capture of Maastricht1:12

Now, walk through the arch to view the northern facade, facing the suburb. The sculptural program here tells the next chapter of the King's military campaigns. …
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5From Walls to Boulevards1:08

Step back to the corner of the adjacent boulevard and look down the long, tree-lined avenue. The location of the Porte Saint-Denis is key to understanding the urban evolution of Paris. …
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6The Royal Entryway1:08

Stand beneath the central vault of the arch. For centuries, the Rue Saint-Denis, passing directly under this gate, was the traditional ceremonial route for the Kings of France. …
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7The Melting Pot of the Tenth Arrondissement1:12

Finally, step away from the monument and immerse yourself in the immediate surroundings. The area around the Porte Saint-Denis, specifically the tenth arrondissement, is arguably the most vibrant, diverse melting pot in modern…
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8Porte Saint-Denis1:07

As our examination of the Porte Saint-Denis concludes, take a final moment to appreciate this colossal survivor of the Ancien Regime. It is easy to overlook a monument standing in the middle of a busy traffic intersection, but to…
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