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Place des Vosges, Paris

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The oldest planned square in Paris, Place des Vosges is a quiet spot surrounded by cafes and shops. Listen to the trickle of water from one of the four fountains while sitting at a bench. Henri IV built this perfect square 140 sq m (460 sq ft) from 1605 to 1612 to use as a royal pavilion for duels. Green lawns radiate out from its center. Expertly manicured lindens surround a formal plantation of mature linden trees called a bosquet, which provide a shady oasis. Arrange to visit Place des Vosges and other attractions in Paris using our Paris trip planner.
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  • A lovely square in the centre of the Marais District. It is well laid out but can be very busy with students. There are many shops adjacent to purchase a picnic but in my view there are better parks.....  more
    A lovely square in the centre of the Marais District. It is well laid out but can be very busy with students. There are many shops adjacent to purchase a picnic but in my view there are better parks.....  more »
  • A romantic square surrounded by equally beautiful buildings, overgrown with greenery. It is said to be the oldest preserved square in Paris. Victor Hugo's house is located here. 
    A romantic square surrounded by equally beautiful buildings, overgrown with greenery. It is said to be the oldest preserved square in Paris. Victor Hugo's house is located here.  more »
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  • The way the parlance is laid out in Paris makes this a little hidden gem. It gets you out of the main hustle and bustle of Paris but still able to take in history. There is plenty of grass area for picnics or to just chill out. This is the Palace that Henri II pass away.
  • If you go to the Carnavalet or Picasso Museum, there is no reason to not stop by. But I won’t go out of my way to come here. A nice place to sit. The most notable thing is this area used to be a palace before the kings moved to the Louvre. But previous structure has been disassembled

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