Paris City Hall

Paris City Hall, the largest in Europe

The Paris City Hall (Hotel de Ville) has been at the heart of political and social life in Paris since 1500.

The Paris City Hall is the largest in Europe. Although the city of Paris is relatively small with 2 million people, the Paris City Hall exerts its influence over 12 million people Paris region.

 Paris City Hall
Paris City Hall

Paris City Hall History

During the Middle Ages, parisians sentenced to death were hung in front of today City Hall.

The Paris City Hall was built between 1523 and 1628 on a design by italian architect Boccador.

This building was destroyed by fire in May 1871 during the La Commune uprising. The Paris City Hall was rebuilt between 1874 and 1882.

 Paris City Hall at night
Paris City Hall at night
Salles des Fetes replicates Hall of Mirrors
Salles des Fetes replicates Hall of Mirrors

Paris City Hall information

 Metro station Hotel de Ville on line 1.
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