Chelles, Administrative center in Seine-et-Marne, France
Chelles is a commune in the arrondissement of Torcy in Seine-et-Marne, located about 11 miles east of Paris. The town spreads along the Marne River and offers a mix of residential neighborhoods, parks, and urban infrastructure.
The town originated in ancient times as a settlement along the Marne and developed during the Middle Ages around a major abbey. In the 19th century, the commune grew through industrialization and connection to the railway network.
The municipal governance of Chelles functions through local representatives who manage community affairs and implement regional policies for its 54,309 residents.
The town sits in the eastern suburbs of Paris and is reachable by several regional train lines running into the city center. Visitors will find local markets, shops, and green spaces along the riverbank suitable for walking.
The town was home to a royal palace and one of the most important abbeys in France during the early Middle Ages. Today, archaeological remains and street names recall this early role as a center of power.
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