Hôtel de ville de Limoges, Municipal administration building in Place Jacques Chirac, France
Description
The Hôtel de Ville de Limoges is the town hall on Place Jacques Chirac and displays a symmetrical facade with eleven bays, tall carriage arches, and windows. A 43-meter clock tower rises above the building and defines the city skyline.
History
The building was inaugurated in 1883 and stands on the site of an ancient forum. It was funded by the bequest of Alfred Fournier, a wealthy citizen without heirs, whose donation made the construction possible.
Culture
Four ceramic medallions by Giandomenico Facchina honor notable figures from Limoges history, including painter Léonard Limosin and statesman Pierre Vergniaud. These works remind visitors of the local personalities who shaped the city.
Practical
The offices are open to visitors and citizens from Monday through Friday, with office hours from 8:30 to 12:30 and 13:30 to 17:00. Keep in mind the lunch break if you plan to visit during these times.
Did you know?
The clock on the facade bears the coat of arms of Limoges with allegorical figures representing metalwork and enameling, the city's traditional crafts. These symbols reflect the economic strength that these industries brought to the city in the 1800s.
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