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Description: The architect Suufflot designed a building based on the Classical prototypes. This being a Thme with a Latin cross ... more

Pantheon ... which is fronted by a Greek temple facade. During the construction, Soufflet passed away and the church which is known today as the Pantheon, was finally completed in 1789 the year of the French Revolution. This is a spectacular product of classical design surmounted by a huge dome. Place du Pantheon / Paris 5e / Tel: 01 44 32 18 00 / Metro line 10: Cardinal Lemoine / Bus : 21 / 27 / 38 / 84 / 85 / 89 / RER B : Luxembourg.

Newest Review: ... but at a later date was changed into a civil temple. BUILDING Building of the Pantheon began in 1757 but was not completed until 30 years or so later, due to financial problems. In 1780 Soufflat died and the project was taken over by Guillaume Rondelet. It was in 1791 when the project was finally completed, in the midst of the French Revolution. The Constituent Assembly of the Revolution ... more

... decided at that time that the church should be transformed into a temple, which would accommodate the remains of the great men of France. Another architect, Quatremere de Quincy was responsible for its adaption as a pantheon. However, at the beginning of ...more

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Pantheon: Visit the resting place of Victor Hugo (1339 words)
by - written on 04/10/06 (Very useful, 336 readings)
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THE PANTHEON, PARIS This imposing building in Paris is well worth a visit if you are interested in architecture, church buildings and seeing the vaults containing the remains of some of France’s great men and women. I went there with the intention of seeing the resting place of Victor Hugo, the famous novelist, and before the visit I had little idea of what to expect. I found it very impressive and it is a very peaceful place in the centre of this bustling French city. ENTRANCE CHARGE An entrance charge is made, which allows access to all public sections of the building, but exit and re-entry are not allowed on the same ticket. ... Read the complete review