I’m not
going to tell you the history of Place de la République - I already did so in posts on my previous blog (here) and on this one (here). This is about the
renovation of the place - a further step to give more space to pedestrians in
Paris. The place was previously not easy to access, surrounded by often jammed
streets. This has now changed – cars, buses, trucks, motorbikes… now have to
make their way on just one side of the place.
So, since
mid June, the place is much more visited. Here are some shots taken a late
afternoon and evening.
Part of the
ground is covered by water to the enjoyment of kids, I imagine more especially
during summer. You can also cool down your feet in the basin surrounding the “Marianne”-statue,
devoted to the Third Republic.
The
authorities have put up a placard where people have given their opinions about
the “new place”. I saw only positive comments.
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10 comments:
I wondered what it would look like when all finished. Thanks for the photos! I think it is beautiful and can't wait to see it.
Place de la République was just a couple blocks from where we stayed during our first trip to Paris (a long time ago). We loved it and had no problem navigating the traffic.
c'est une très belle rénovation
Thank you for sharing Peter. A much needed transformation. I can see why so many positive reviews on the wall :-) Sorry I won't be able to meet on Wednesday morning. Relatives have been keeping me busy and won't let go until I head to London at the end of the week. Hope you are enjoying the much improved weather. Veronique (French Girl in Seattle)
Les automobilistes ne peuvent pas s'arrêter pour noter leurs commentaires.... sûrement positifs, aussi.
working next to a huge renovation i can only say i hope ours turns out as nicely as that
I agree with all the comments - it's a wonderful renovation!
My hotel was a few blocks from the Place de la Republique so I walked around it and through it many times. Any time that a space can be made more pedestrian friendly is a good thing. It looks like they did a wonderful job.
Cheers,
Stephan
Je la connaissais bien cette place quand elle était before, vu que j'habitais pas loin et que j'allais à l'Alhambra tous les jeudis.
C'est effectivement une belle réno, un peu au détriment des voitures.
Hiya Peter......back from my holiday and apology for not contacting you while in Paris.
Was in Paris three days but on the first day upon arrival, my elder daughter fell ill and so, we were off exploring for a very short time.
Subsequent 2 days arrival from London via Eurostar in the evening so it was kind of having lots to do in such a short time.
I am loving Paris yet again despite fourth visit to this lovely city and just as I remembered as always :D
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