Place de l'Odéon, Public square in 6th arrondissement, France
Description
Place de l'Odéon is a semicircular plaza about 74 meters long with cobblestone paving and classical 18th-century Parisian facades. Five streets open onto this space: Rue Regnard, Rue Crébillon, Rue de l'Odéon, Rue Casimir-Delavigne, and Rue Racine.
History
The square was established in 1779 as Place du Théâtre-Français and later renamed Place de la Comédie-Française before becoming Place de l'Odéon in 1807. These name changes reflect the evolving history of the theater and the neighborhood.
Culture
The square takes its name from the theater on its northern side and has long served as a gathering point for writers and artists in the neighborhood. The surrounding facades display the classical Parisian architecture of the 18th century and continue to define the character of this place.
Practical
The square is easily accessible on foot and works well as an orientation point between the streets of the neighborhood. The cobblestone surface can be slippery in wet weather, so suitable footwear is advisable.
Did you know?
The square was protected as a historical monument in 1948 and displays a memorial plaque that was stolen in 1986 but eventually recovered. This story shows how the neighborhood safeguards its memories and heritage.
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