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Unveiling Parisian History: Panthéon Entry Tickets
Journey through the heart of Parisian history with Panthéon entry tickets!
The Panthéon, a majestic monument overlooking the city, isn't just a landmark, it's a captivating story waiting to be unraveled.
Here's what your Panthéon experience offers:
- Architectural Marvel: Explore the neoclassical masterpiece designed by the visionary architect Jacques-Germain Soufflot.
- Final Resting Place of Legends: Pay homage to the iconic figures of French history entombed here, including luminaries like Victor Hugo, Marie Curie, and Voltaire.
- Foucault's Pendulum Experiment: Witness the fascinating demonstration of Earth's rotation through the famous pendulum experiment.
- Panoramic Views: Enjoy breathtaking views of Paris from the Panthéon's dome (optional, depending on ticket type).
We decided to put together our own tour of all the murals of historical figures buried in the Pantheon. So fun! Like a scavenger hunt full of history, Highly recommend!
In the area of Paris where the former College of Sobourne can be found, you will encounter the Paris Pantheon, that was originally a Christian basilica converted to what is euphemistically called a secular "Temple to the Nation". The remains of many "French heroes, authors, writers, sculptors, painters, politicians and military personages of value to French history can be found here. Of note are the remains of Voltaire, Rousseau, Victor Hugo, Pierre and Marie Curie. The lower levels of the Pantheon are cool so that on a hot summer day, this makes a fine place to learn some of the history of France away from the heat of the Paris afternoon sun.
There you can visit the tomb of many national heroes in France, plus see a variety of wall paintings and statues.