Imagine yourself walking down a charming Parisian street. This is Rue de Copenhague, named after the capital of Denmark. This short and narrow street is a piece of Parisian history, tucked away in the bustling 8th arrondissement. It starts at Rue de Rome and ends at Rue de Constantinople. Rue de Copenhague is a little over 80 metres in length and just 12 metres wide. It was created by the city of Paris in 1868, and assigned its current name at the same time. You may be wondering why Paris would choose to honor the Danish capital. Well, the choice wasn’t random or purely out of admiration. During the 1860s, France and Denmark forged diplomatic ties, building a mutual relationship that transcended political agendas. As a symbol of this budding friendship, Paris decided to name this street after Copenhagan. Therefore, as you walk down Rue de Copenhague, you can’t help but feel a connection to the vibrant culture of Denmark, a little piece of Scandinavia nestled within the heart of Paris.
Центральный дом работников искусств
Step through the grand wooden doors of the Central House of the Workers of Art, and you’ll be transported to