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An Extraordinary Tale of Two Cities: Paris Before and After Haussmann

Paris

One of the most important urban reform initiatives in history was the Haussmannization of Paris, also known as the Second Empire restoration of Paris. Prefect Georges-Eugene Haussmann was designated by Napoleon III to supervise the conclusion of this extensive urban planning project, which was carried out in the city of Paris between 1853 and 1870. […]

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European Cities: Architecturally Significant and Beautiful Cities of Europe

European Cities

Paris, France Between 1853 and 1870, Baron Georges-Eugene Haussmann reconstructed Paris, making it one of the best-planned cities in the world. New building facades, public parks, sewers and waterworks, city services, and public monuments, among other urban planning elements, were inserted into the existing European cities. It is the birthplace of the Gothic style and

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