Place de la Bastille

Place de la Bastille in Paris is a very versatile area. The monument itself is a beacon in the city with the tall column with the bright gold angelic figure on top with wings spread wide. The metro station is a major hub that can get you just about anywhere in the city. Lots of restaurants located all around the very large circle roadway along with the Opera. Market on weekends is great too.

My first time to visit a French market and the flea market on the next street. We had a great time here. We came in at around lunch time and were able to get some food, fruits, vintage pendant, vintage broach and a cute top for my mom. Merchants are nice and be prepared to get out your google translator cause not all merchant can speak English. Remember you are in their country so at least a little French and smile will come a long way. I never had any issues with anyone in France.

The column is spectacular. The square itself has a lot of road works happening around it and so a little dangerous to get to. There are tiles inserted into the ground showing places where the walls were at certain times.

Beautiful square in Paris, large Corinthian brass Column of July dominates the square. The column is topped by a beautiful gold statue of the Spirit of Liberty. The National Opera House is located across the street. Wonderful new Opera House to see opera and ballet productions!

Good thing I packed my umbrella on that day. They have a market every weekend. Vendors selling fresh produce, fish, honey, and cheese

Since the first time in Paris I have been to the Place de la Bastille many many times. Everytime I went there it was severely improved. For cyclist it is now reasonably safe to cycle there (which was once very problematic), because there is much less traffic. More space for pedestrians also. The restaurants and bars around the place are very cosy and agréable! There is the big opera, and the Coulin Vert in the neighborhood, a very lovery walking parc on an old railway. Ideal for jogging in the early morning. Off course all the boulevards ending on the Place the la Bastille are also ideal for jogging, walking and cycling around Paris. Safe roads to get through Paris safely. Because of the lesser traffic, the air is very much improved. And it is still improving. Quite a big difference with 30 years ago or even 10 years ago.

Great turnout on June 14th for no kings rally... also a beautiful part of the city... the café scene is poppin ... historical sites... architecture... shopping... come and feel the vibes...

Please like and follow. One of the most busy arrondissement in Paris. The golden statu on the top of the column was glittering under the sun. Hustle and bustle cars, people, tourists, locals and vendors...cafes that are full. One word to say here: happy and makes you feel alive. Beautiful 😍