Pantheon

Paris France Tourist Information and City Guide

The Pantheon was originally built as a church dedicated to St. Genevieve.  It later became the funerary "Hall of Fame" for the French nation.

The secular mausoleum contains the tombs of Voltaire, Rousseau, Victor Hugo, Marie Curie and Louis Braille.

 Pantheon in Paris France
 Pantheon in Paris France

The Pantheon is a fine example of neoclassicism architecture.

From the top of its beautiful dome, visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the city of Paris.

Pantheon in Paris France
Panthéon in Paris France

The Pantheon is located in the Latin Quarter of Paris France.

Nearby attractions include the Jardin de Luxembourg and the Sorbonne.

 

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