These images represent the 1878 exhibit site a few moments before the official opening. The central cityscape shows the Palais du Trocadéro, which had been …
A view of Notre-Dame Cathedral. "During the Revolution, many of the treasures of the cathedral were either destroyed or plundered. Only the great bells avoided …
During the Revolution, many of the treasures of the cathedral were either destroyed or plundered. Only the great bells avoided being melted down, and the …
The Palais de l'Institut, located on the left bank overlooking the Seine, was originally built at the request of Cardinal Mazarin, though he never lived …
Electricity palace at the Paris 1900 World fair. That building was entirely dedicated to technical and innovative advances using electricity. The fountain in the center …