Temple de l'Amour, Neuilly-sur-Seine
Temple de l'Amour, Neuilly-sur-Seine, Historical monument on Île de la Jatte in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France.
Description
The Temple of Love is a round pavilion with a delicate dome supported by slender columns in the neoclassical style, standing on the Seine's riverbank. The structure rests on masonry and shapes the landscape of Île de la Jatte with its refined form.
History
The temple was designed in 1785 for a French nobleman and originally bore a military name. In the early 19th century it was moved to this island and later repositioned several times.
Culture
This small building shows how wealthy families in the 18th century decorated their gardens with artificial structures to display taste and learning. Such temples were part of a trend that blended nature with classical ideals.
Practical
The temple is visible from the island's banks and can be visited year-round. The best time to visit is during good weather when you can see the structure and surroundings clearly.
Did you know?
Inside the temple sits a stucco statue of a nymph that has been there since the 20th century. This female figure is a surprising element that many visitors overlook when viewing from the outside.
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