Paris Opera House, a visual feast that has lasted for a hundred years.

"If you are lucky enough to have lived in Paris as a young man, then wherever you go for the rest of your life, it stays with you, for Paris is a moveable feast." [The Architectural Story Behind the Opera House] In 1860, Napoleon III held a design competition for the Paris Opera House, and the 35-year-old architect Charles Garnier became the main designer of the opera house. Garnier incorporated design elements from various countries into the construction of the opera house, blending the luxury of ancient Greek and Roman colonnades, Baroque styles, and more, creating a magnificent and unimaginable building. The design of the opera house is completely symmetrical, and the pillars, stairs, and railings all follow this principle. The only thing to do when you come here is to look up. . [Loving King and Queen / Narcissistic Architect] The architect added the ubiquitous letters N and E inside the opera house, showcasing the love between King Napoleon and Queen Empress Eugenie. At the same time, there are also self-portraits and sculptures of Garnier everywhere. [Stairwell] The design of the staircase extends from the first floor to the second floor with marble elements, and the ceiling is decorated with countless inlaid paintings. The opera house showcases the essence of classical art with countless Italian mosaic paintings and sculptures, perfectly presenting a noble and luxurious style. The steps face two goddess statues at the entrance, representing tragedy and comedy respectively. [Music Hall] The concert hall features classical horseshoe-shaped seats adorned with golden and red chairs. While enjoying the performance, the audience can also indulge in the aesthetic atmosphere of the hall. The ceiling is a masterpiece by the famous Russian surrealist painter Marc Chagall, which took two years to complete and depicts the appearance of Parisian dancers performing at the Paris Opera House. In order to express his respect and passion for Paris, this painting was not charged any painting fees. Must-see attractions in the opera house: The Phantom of the Opera, Neo-Baroque architecture, Sun Salon, Moon Salon, Library, Museum, Central Grand Staircase, Circular Ice Rink, etc. Transportation: Metro lines 3, 7, and 8, Opéra station / RER A line, Auber station. ⏱Opening hours: Daily 10:00-16:30 (Summer 10:00-18:30) / Closed on December 25th Christmas, January 1st New Year's Day, May 1st Labor Day. 💶Ticket prices: Adults - 14 euros (12 euros outside exhibition period), Youth aged 12-25 - 10 euros (8 euros outside exhibition period) 🤳Suggested visit time: 90 minutes