Halles, Administrative quarter in 1st arrondissement, Paris, France
Les Halles is an administrative quarter in the 1st arrondissement of Paris with underground levels and modern structures. The area combines historic buildings like the impressive church with contemporary shopping spaces and transportation links.
The quarter started in the 12th century as a fresh food marketplace and remained the heart of Paris's supply for many centuries. In 1969 this role shifted elsewhere and the area was redeveloped.
The Church of Saint-Eustache shapes the quarter with its blend of Gothic and Renaissance details that visitors notice while walking through. The area has transformed from a simple market space into a vibrant center where history and everyday life exist side by side.
The area is well served by public transportation and offers plenty of space to explore. Visitors should expect crowds and can easily walk through the center on foot.
A Renaissance fountain from the 16th century still sits on a central square of the quarter. This water feature is the oldest of its kind in the city and surprises many visitors with its presence amid modern surroundings.
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