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The Palais Longchamp was once the residence of Napoleon III and was built in the 1860s during his reign, combining Baroque, Roman and Oriental styles. The basic layout of the Longchamp Palace is: in the middle is a group of sculptures and a large fountain, in the middle of the group is a river god, and the embracing corridors extend from both sides. On the back is a large park. The location of the early palace was a water diversion project reservoir. The Longchamp Palace was made to commemorate this project: in 1839, the magnificent project of diverting the Durance River water into Marseille to solve the drought problem took 10 years and finally completed. This project is very large and built. There are 85 kilometers of canals and 18 diversion bridges. To commemorate this hard-won source of water, the rulers of Marseille decided to build a palace above the reservoir and named it the Palais Longchamp.
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THE PALAIS LONGCHAMP.The ‘Palais Longchamp’ is a must-see in Marseille: with a beautiful surrounding park, this historical monument was built to bring water to the city and is a true architectural achievement. In 1835, a cholera epidemic hit the Phocaean city because of a water shortage. After this tragedy, the architect Franz Mayor de Montricher – educated at the very prestigious Ponts et Chaussées – was chosen to implement a project dating back to the 16th century: the excavation of an 85km canal to bring water from the Durance river all the way to Marseille. #familytrip #mytravelhacks #freehotelstay #historicallandmarks #localguides #familytrip #paris #falltrip #couplestrip #2023 #holidayvacation #passionpassport #mytripvlog #urbanexplorer #tripblazers #awesomepic #cafe #awesomepic #celebratewithtrip #couplestrip #2024travelwish #passionpassport After 10 years of hard work, 18 aqueduct bridges were built to bring drinkable water to Marseille. The architect Henry Espérandieu – the famous builder of the Notre-Dame Basilica – staged the arrival of water on the Longchamp plateau, a striking architectural monument from 1682 to 1869.ASROY.ROY3
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Palais Longchamp Marseille 🏰#2024wish Hey there! 🌎 I came back from the best holiday in Marseille. A must-see was Palais Longchamp – the highlight of our trip! The admission price was fair, about €8 euro to the beautiful architecture and green gardens. 🎟️🌳 The palace is a historical treasure, nestled in beautiful fountains and sculptures – an idyllic retreat from the urban madness. 🏰✨ Do not also forget to walk in the gardens - they are some kind of a secret, botanic refuge inside an urban jungle. 🌺🍃 The most interesting aspect, however, was the ambiance; so calm and tranquil. Perfect for a relaxing day immersed in culture and aesthetics. 🤩 In addition, there are some cool places around such as the Museum of Fine Arts for art enthusiasts. 🎨 #PalaisLongchamp #MarseilleMagic #VacayVibesBarroco7
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Journey through Parc Longchamp's Zoological#winhkflight In the heart of Marseille, where the vibrant colors of Provence dance in the sunlight, lies a sanctuary of nature and beauty – the Zoological Gardens of Parc Longchamp. As I stepped through its ornate gates, I was transported into a world of wonder and enchantment, where the majesty of the animal kingdom awaited. The Zoological Gardens of Parc Longchamp are a testament to Marseille's commitment to conservation and education. Spread across lush greenery and manicured gardens, the zoo is home to a diverse array of species from around the globe, each one a symbol of the rich biodiversity of our planet. As I wandered through the winding paths of the zoo, I encountered creatures great and small, from graceful giraffes grazing on leafy branches to playful monkeys swinging from tree to tree. Every enclosure was thoughtfully designed to mimic the animals' natural habitats, allowing them to thrive in an environment that closely resembles their native homes. One of the highlights of my visit was the opportunity to witness the majestic big cats up close. I stood in awe as a pair of lions lounged in the shade, their golden coats shimmering in the sunlight. Nearby, a family of tigers prowled gracefully through the tall grass, their eyes gleaming with intelligence and curiosity. But it was not just the animals that captivated me; it was the sense of serenity and tranquility that permeated the air. As I sat on a bench overlooking a tranquil pond, I listened to the gentle rustle of leaves and the distant calls of birds, feeling a profound connection to the natural world around me. As the day drew to a close and the sun dipped below the horizon, I reluctantly bid farewell to the Zoological Gardens of Parc Longchamp, knowing that I had experienced something truly magical. But as I walked away, I carried with me memories of a journey through the wilds of Marseille – a journey that had touched my soul and left an indelible mark on my heart.Jack KF2
Marseille citywalkThe gateway to the south of France, Marseille, is the second largest city in France after Paris and the oldest city in France. The main attraction here is the old town of Marseille, known as the heart of Marseille, from the ancient park, the city hall to the Catholic Cathedral. The La Canebière Avenue to the east of the old port is the street that Marseille is most proud of, comparable to the Champs Elysées in Paris. Continuing east along the street, passing the Avenue of Liberty, you will reach the famous Longchamp Palace, with an art gallery on one side and a natural history museum on the other, and a garden behind the palace. On a hill protruding from the southern part of the old port city, is the highest point of the city, where the Notre-Dame de la Garde is built. This is an excellent place to overlook Marseille and the sea view.RestlessWanderer
The first city in France - MarseilleMarseille, the second largest city in France, is also the oldest city in France, a ancient city with a history of 2,500 years. Marseille is not only the largest port in France, but also the largest port in all Mediterranean coastal areas. During the French Revolution in 1792, the people of Marseille sang the 'Rhein River War Song' marching into Paris, which later became the French national anthem, known as 'La Marseillaise'. The main building of the Notre-Dame de la Garde Cathedral has a golden gilded Madonna statue that is 9.7 meters high. It is said that this shining Madonna statue can be seen from almost any angle in Marseille, and the cathedral has therefore become a symbol of Marseille (Figures 1, 8, 9, 10). The cathedral is built on a hill 150 meters high, from where you can overlook the entire city of Marseille and the Mediterranean scenery, which is very spectacular (Figures 6, 7). The old port of Marseille is the true center of Marseille, where you can experience the pure southern French style (Figures 4, 13, 14, 15). The palace of Napoleon III - Longchamp Palace, built in 1862, is a garden building that combines Baroque, Roman and Oriental architectural styles (Figures 2, 11, 12). The Marseille Cathedral is magnificent (Figure 5), and the Marseille train station is like a museum (Figure 18). The last 2 pictures are due to the French bus driver taking the wrong way, allowing us to see another side of Marseille.Avery Hall
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Walk in the park#summervacation The Palais Longchamp was created to celebrate the construction of the Canal de Marseille, which was built to bring water from the river Durance to Marseille. Longchamp Park was opened in 1869.Lenus Kho
Napoleon III's Palace - Palais de LongchampAt the beginning of the 19th century, Marseille suffered from severe water shortages and frequent droughts. In order to completely solve this problem, the municipal government of Marseille built a water diversion project in 1839 to bring water from the Durance River into Marseille. To commemorate this project, a palace named Château d'If was built above the reservoir and named Palais Longchamp. Longchamp means "narrow field". The basic layout of the Longchamp Palace is a group of sculptures and fountains in the middle, with a corridor extending on each side. At the end of each corridor, there is a museum, namely the Museum of Fine Arts and the Marseille History Museum. The river god stands in the center of the group of sculptures, with two goddesses holding grapes and wheat respectively, symbolizing wine-making and agriculture. Several loyal bulls on the periphery symbolize the animal husbandry and bullfighting traditions of the Camargue region. The galloping and spirited herd of cattle highlights the grandeur of the gods riding dragons and phoenixes and fighting in the chaos of the world during the ancient times. The huge and protruding pedestal under the feet of the goddess resembles the mouth of a giant beast, with several stalactite-like pillars, creating a "jagged teeth" effect.JamesAnderson.281
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An ancient building in Cyprus is very famous. This place is also a very huge space. The palace itself is also quite unique in design style. The Longshan Palace can also feel the fun content. It is a very unique building.
You can see this palace on the streets of the city. The overall layout of the palace is semicircular, integrating Baroque, Roman and Eastern styles, and relatively diverse, with a small garden that is also quite beautiful.
This place is a palace of Napoleon, located on a small island, the whole palace is not large in size, but I feel very compact and exquisite, with lots of statues and some gardens.
beautiful building, interior and artwork. Both the natural history museum and art gallery were stunning, clean, quiet and informative.
Longshang Palace is Napoleon's palace, but in fact, it was only a water tower. Walking along the famous Canubiere Avenue, you can see this palace which integrates Baroque, Roman and Oriental architecture. Marseille's Napoleon Longshan Palace is spectacular and free to visit.
In 1839, the grand project to solve the drought problem and bring the Durans into Marseille took 10 years to complete, the project was extremely large, with 85 kilometers of canals and 18 water-transfer bridges. To commemorate this hard-won water source, the governor of Marseille decided to build a palace above the reservoir, named the Palace of Longshan. Henry Esperandieu was selected again, and he was the designer of the Church of the Guardian of Our Lady. Due to funding problems, it was not completed until 1869.
Metro Line 1 has the same name station, exit the station into the same name park, casually ask the individual to climb the mountain in the direction indicated, and then go downhill and uphill after a toss to see the magnificent back of this palace. Maybe because of the decoration, it is winter, it seems a bit dilapidated, the art gallery does not open, the main entrance is not open, the fountain does not spray water, but the natural museum is open, the exhibits are rich, it is worth seeing
It is an ancient castle palace-style building on the hillside, well preserved, against the blue sky and green trees, especially attractive, extremely large film.