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Top 10 Historical Architectures in Bordeaux - 2023
Updated Sep 2023
- No.1
National Opera of Bordeaux
4.6/555 ReviewsBordeaux663m from downtownHistorical Architectures
"This is the prototype building of the Grand Theatre of Paris, Bordeaux's most beautiful world heritage site. Every September - June of the next year, famous European singing and dance dramas will be staged. The fare in the theater is priced according to the location. The good location must be processed for the annual card to have the opportunity to grab it. Of course, the best location will definitely be reserved. However, for Xiaobai, it is good to spend 15 euros to buy the ceiling position before the opening."Highlights: The Grand Theater is a classical-style theater designed and built by architect Vito Louis from 1773 to 1780. The theater is 47 meters long, 19 meters high, and 88 meters wide. The 12 Corinthian columns on the front are similar to the columns in front of the Greek temple. The upper half of the columns is carved with the goddess of music and poetry in Greek mythology. The grand staircase inside is imitated from the Opera Garnier in Paris.Show Less - No.2
Basilique Saint-Michel
4.6/539 ReviewsBordeaux1.2km from downtownHistorical Architectures
"The church of Saint Michel and Saint-Gudule has a profound origin with the Belgian royal family. Since 1830, all religious ceremonies of the royal family have been held here. When the sun sets, the cathedral shines a different kind of glory under the sunset, and it is also a pleasure to enjoy the sunset scenery here. "Highlights: St. Michael's Church is located on the banks of the Garonne River at the southern end of the old city, facing Canteloup Square. This church was built in the 14th century, and it is the representative of Gothic architecture in the urban area of Bordeaux. In this church, what attracts attention is the St.Michel tower built in the 15th century and renovated in 1865. This 374-foot-high tower is the tallest Gothic spire in France. Enjoy views of the city of Bordeaux and, on a clear day, the Atlantic Ocean. The Cloche bell tower in the center of the Canteloup square in front of the church is the pointer of the city of Bordeaux.Show Less - No.3
Grosse Cloche
4.5/529 ReviewsBordeaux673m from downtownHistorical Architectures
"The bell gate is the center of Bordeaux, an old castle-style bell tower that looks very European in medieval style. On one side of the clock tower is modern Bordeaux, on the other end is the old Bordeaux Old City, through the big bell gate, as if through time and space, with a different feeling."Highlights: The Grand Bell Gate is one of Bordeaux's famous monuments. It is located at the entrance of the Saint-Michel neighborhood and used to be the bell tower of the former Bordeaux City Hall. The Great Bell Gate consists of two 40-meter-high circular towers connected in the middle, decorated with a golden lion coat of arms. In the 12th century it was originally four round towers with only one story. It was later changed to its current form in the 15th to 17th centuries. Big bells are used to ring to warn the public in the event of a fire.Show Less - No.4
Girondins Monument
4.3/515 ReviewsBordeaux910m from downtownHistorical Architectures"The Girondale Monument is a very beautiful monument in Bordeaux. It is an iconic building here. The sculpture of the sea god is very moving. It is definitely worth everyone to enjoy it. You must not miss it."Highlights: The Girondins Monument is located in the Place de la Plum in Bordeaux. It was built to commemorate the members of the Girondists who were victims of the Reign of Terror. This is a must-see stop for reviewing the history of the French Revolution. The monument was built from 1894 to 1902. The proposal for the establishment of the monument originated in 1868, and was proposed by the architect Julian Gardé, the grandnephew of the Girondist Elie Gardé. In 1794, Ellie Gardé and other Girondists, and those who helped them, were guillotined there.Show Less - No.5
L'Eglise Sainte-Croix
4.4/55 ReviewsBordeaux1.6km from downtownHistorical Architectures
"The Holy Cross Church is a very historical building. This church has a very long history. The Holy Cross Church is also 900 years old. Many things in the church can be visited. The internal environment is also quite large. [Fun] Fun is also very interesting"Highlights: The Church of Santa Croce was built in the 11th to 12th centuries and is a historic church building rebuilt in the 19th century. This church is not overly extravagant as a place for general church activities, but the beauty of sculpture and architecture traverses the context of history and still attracts people to visit today.Show Less - No.6
Cimetiere de la Chartreuse
3.8/54 ReviewsBordeaux884m from downtownHistorical Architectures"This cemetery is also a cemetery for more famous people in France. The environment of this place is also relatively good. There are many quiet tombstones in this cemetery, which is also a very commemorative place. [Fun] Fun hunger is also very good" - No.7
Bernard Magrez Cultural Institute
No comments yetBordeaux1.9km from downtownHistorical Architectures - No.8
Notre Dame Church (Eglise Notre Dame la Grande)
3.8/510 ReviewsBordeaux579m from downtownHistorical Architectures"The Church of Our Lady is also fun and the church is quite interesting. The whole building itself is also very huge, the church has some very unique artworks carved, and there are many visits here."Highlights: This is a beautiful baroque church that amazes visitors with its beautiful stained glass and beautifully carved façade. Religious events and weddings are often held here.Show Less - No.9
City Hall
4.9/57 ReviewsBordeaux35m from downtownHistorical Architectures"The city hall in Bordeaux is an old building with more than 200 years of history. It covers a very large area and looks simple and elegant. In front of the city hall is the city square. Every day, there will be a changing ceremony. It is worth visiting."Highlights: The City Hall was built in 1835, also known as the Ronan Palace. Visitors to the Town Hall are limited, and weddings are sometimes hosted.Show Less - No.10
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Palais de Justice
4.3/54 ReviewsBordeaux183m from downtownHistorical Architectures
"The court in Bordeaux could see the court, which could accommodate about fifty people according to the guards. At present, the court was still fulfilling his only option, and could meet the lawyers in wigs and robes to buy coffee, and the bag would be checked by friendly security guards at the entrance."Highlights: The Bordeaux Court building is located in the Republic Square. Its old building building was built in 1864 and was designed and constructed by the famous architect Joseph-AdolpheThiac. The huge colonnade of the appearance was inspired by the Parthenon. The courthouse was expanded to its current size in 1998, and visitors interested in architecture can choose to visit.Show Less - No.13
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