Why is this plaza called the Esplanade des Droits de l’Homme? Standing before the Palais de Chaillot, you might not realize you’re on hallowed ground. This plaza, the Esplanade des Droits de l’Homme, commemorates a pivotal moment in history. In 1948, the Palais de Chaillot hosted the United Nations General Assembly. It was here that the Universal Declaration of Human Rights was adopted, a document forever etched in the annals of history. But this plaza’s story doesn’t end there. It’s a living testament to France’s commitment to liberty. In 1985, President François Mitterrand officially named it the Esplanade des Droits de l’Homme. He ensured that Article 1 of the French Declaration of Human Rights, “All men are born and remain free and equal in rights,” was inscribed on the plaza itself. Over the years, more inscriptions have been added, each marking a step forward in the fight for human rights.
Église Notre-Dame de l’Air
Beneath what appears to be a simple stone and wood structure lies a history interwoven with faith aviation and community.