Place Monge, square in Paris, France
Place Monge is a small square in Paris's 5th arrondissement situated near the Jardin des Plantes. It is surrounded by older buildings with simple facades and features a quiet pedestrian passage with trees and benches for visitors to rest.
The square opened in 1859 after the older street called Triperet was redesigned. Renamed after mathematician Gaspard Monge, it reflects the city's respect for its scientific and cultural heritage.
The square is named after Gaspard Monge, an 18th-century mathematician whose memory connects the city to its scientific past. Today, a weekly market on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays brings locals and visitors together to buy fresh produce and goods, forming part of the neighborhood's daily routine.
The square is easy to reach via the nearby Metro station also called Place Monge, and several surrounding streets are walkable from here. The area itself is car-free, allowing you to stroll and spend time without worrying about traffic.
The old pharmacy on the square draws visitors with its timeless charm and is notably popular with tourists from Asia. The location has also appeared in films and novels, including works by filmmaker Kieslowski and writer Jean-Yves Laurichesse, giving this ordinary place an artistic connection that often goes unnoticed.
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