Quartier Latin: the appeal of a small village atmosphere

This fabled neighborhood takes its name from the Sorbonne, where Latin was the common tongue for all students during the Middle Ages. The neighborhood has the feel of a small village and students mix freely with professionals in its winding streets. Quartier Latin is a very popular tourist district with a cozy atmosphere is always lively and busy. The rue Mouffetard is a primary artery where shops, international restaurants and student bars and cafés are found.

Pantheon
The Pantheon of Paris is one of the better known sights in the 6th district. Originally it was built to serve as a church. After the French Revolution it was decided to give another function to the Panthéon. Namely, the resting place of major French men and women.


The Arenes de Lutece
The Arenes de Lutece is an amphitheater dating from Roman times. It was built in the first century AD. For years, the amphitheater is buried under the sand area. In 1860 it came up through excavations water again.


Place Saint-Michel
Place Saint-Michel is a enormous square which was built in the time of Napoleon III. The most striking of the square is the fountain designed by Gabriel Davioud in 1869.


La Sorbonne University
This important university was founded in 1253 by Rober to give the Sorbon with the aim of theology students lesson. Later this other faculiteiten joined, such as philosophy, arts and law. In 1968 there were riots among the students. Among other result it was decided to split the university into thirteen separate universities.


Luxembourg Palace
This elegant palace was designed for Maria de 'Medici. As an example of this palace is a Florence palace, used Pitti Palace. The palace includes a park of about 25 hectares. Luxembourg is definitely a beautiful Renaissance park to visit for families.