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The Pantheon in the Latin Quarter of Paris is another monument that is synonymous with the city.Originally built as a church dedicated to St.Genevieve this ornate monument is now dedicated to the memory of the men and women who have influenced French history since the Revolution.
The list includes Voltaire, Victor Hugo, Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Emile Zola, Louis Braille, Marie Curie, Alexandre Dumas and the original architect Soufflot who actually died before its completion in 1791. You will most of their tombs in the cavernous crypt underneath the building.
Over the years the Pantheon changed back and forth to being utilised as a church but eventually assumed its lasting role as burial place for martyrs and inspirational French citizens. 
As soon as you enter the building you can't help but be in awe of what awaits you - it never ceases to amaze us as to the skills of the artisans who built these monuments
Panoramic Views from the PanthéonFrom 'Secrets of Paris'
Since April 1st,(2023) the colonnade of the Panthéon’s restored dome is open again for visits, offering 360° views of Paris for those willing to climb the vertiginous 206 steps. I haven’t always been a huge fan of visiting the Panthéon. It seemed more trouble than it was worth unless you’re an unusually patriotic French person (bordering on nationalistic) or just want to see Foucault’s pendulum in action. But the additional option to see the panoramic views over Paris makes the whole visit more interesting.
Read more about this and on the Panthéon itself in this excellent article from
'Secrets of Paris' here. |
Originally designed as a basilica the Pantheon became a tomb for great men and women of Paris to be buried. People buried here include Victor Hugo, Voltaire and Marie Curie. Official website http://www.paris-pantheon.fr/ |