Denfert Rochereau Square

Denfert Rochereau Square is located in Paris. Established in 1879, the square's original name was translated as "Place d'Enfer". However, it was soon renamed after a French hero. This is one of the largest and most important squares available on the left bank of the Seine.

In the center of the square is a statue of the lion of Belforsky. It symbolizes the courage and courage of the French commander Pierre Denfert-Rochereau, who organized the defense of the city during the French-Prussian War. It is in his honor that the square is named, as well as the nearby metro station.

The area of Denfert Rochereau is planted with trees - maples, chestnuts. Not far from it are the square of Abbot Minh, the square of Jacques Antoine and the square of Claude Nicolas Ledoux. Nearby is the Paris Catacombs Museum. The buildings of the XIX century are simply fascinating with their architecture.