Bourse de commerce, Commercial exchange building in Les Halles, France
Description
The Bourse de Commerce is a circular building topped by a metal and glass dome, surrounded by double-height galleries that frame a central rotunda. Multiple exhibition floors inside allow for various configurations and show formats.
History
The building was erected in 1763 as a grain market on land that previously held a royal palace belonging to Catherine de Medici. This transformation from palace to market house reflects the city's shift toward commerce during the modern era.
Culture
The interior walls feature 19th-century paintings showing how people across different continents traded and exchanged goods through maritime routes. These artworks tell stories of commerce and connection that shaped the city's past.
Practical
The building is easily accessible with clear signage marking the different exhibition levels. Allow time to explore all the vertical spaces, and wear comfortable shoes since there is considerable walking involved.
Did you know?
Next to the main building stands a 31-meter astronomical column from 1574, known as the Medici Column, which remains intact today. This column contains a spiral staircase inside and is a rare survivor from the era of the royal residence.
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