Museum of History of Paris (Museum of Carnavalet)

The Museum of the History of Paris, or the Carnavalet Museum, is one of the best museums in the French capital. Even the building in which the exhibition is located can be called real works of art. The luxurious mansion was built in the 40s of the XVI century and is a standard of the French Renaissance. The owner of the mansion was first a noble family of Bretons, and later it was rented by the famous writer Marquis de Sevignier.

A visit to the museum will bring many pleasant impressions, because a rather complex theme of French history is presented to visitors in an easy manner and original style. The exposition is organized in such a way that you can imagine how the palaces and their rich interiors were arranged. The history of France is told by examples from the life of historical characters and costumes. The exposition presents an extensive collection of unique artifacts of different times discovered during excavations, as well as documents, engravings, maps. A separate hall is dedicated to the topography of the city.

The collection of the museum is so extensive that it allows you to get an idea of architecture, archaeology, painting, history of Parisian theaters. It has everything from household items to old signs. The museum collection is constantly updated and expanded.