Jardin Marie-Thérèse Auffray, Urban park in 14th arrondissement of Paris, France.
Jardin Marie-Thérèse Auffray is an urban park in the 14th arrondissement with gently curved pathways and children's play areas. It is positioned between Avenue de la Sibelle, Avenue Reille, and Rue d'Alésia, connecting multiple entry points around its perimeter.
The park opened in 2000 and revealed two ancient aqueducts during its construction: the Roman Lutèce aqueduct and the Médicis aqueduct. These archaeological discoveries were incorporated into the landscape design and remain visible today.
The garden bears the name of Marie-Thérèse Auffray (1912–1990), a painter from the neighbourhood and a Resistance member in Normandy and the 14th arrondissement during the Second World War. It was officially given her name in 2019, on the 75th anniversary of the Liberation of Paris; until then it was known as the jardin de la ZAC-Alésia-Montsouris. In spring the Japanese cherry trees draw photographers.
The park has multiple entrances from the surrounding streets and is easy to reach by public transport. Visitors will find seating areas and facilities throughout, making it accessible at any time of year.
The park features Japanese cherry trees that bloom with white and pink flowers each spring, drawing visitors from across the city. This seasonal display is a surprising element in this Parisian neighborhood.
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