Passage Sainte-Anne, Covered passage in 2nd arrondissement, France.
Passage Sainte-Anne is a covered walkway in central Paris with a glass roof that lets daylight filter through to the floor below. The corridor stretches for 47 meters and measures less than 3 meters wide, connecting two nearby streets in a straight line.
The passage was built in 1829 on the grounds of a former convent and was part of a wave of covered walkways that reshaped the neighborhood. Its 19th-century architecture remains largely unchanged and continues to define the character of the location.
The passage is named after Saint Anne and reflects the spiritual roots of this neighborhood. Walking through the narrow corridor with its soft light creates a sense of stepping away from the busier streets outside.
The passage connects Rue Sainte-Anne to the nearby Passage Choiseul and provides shelter from weather all year. Visitors can walk through at any time of day and explore the surroundings without needing special arrangements to access the corridor.
The passage received official status as a protected historical monument in 1974, securing its preservation and careful maintenance of original details. This classification means any repairs or changes must follow strict guidelines to protect its authentic character.
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