Did you ever hear of a passage named after a Napoleonic general? Here at Passage Duhesme, tucked away in Paris’s 18th arrondissement, you’re standing on a street with a direct link to France’s imperial past. Passage Duhesme, near the bustling Porte de Clignancourt, might seem unassuming at first glance. But it holds a secret history. The passage takes its name from the nearby Rue Duhesme. This street honors General Guillaume Philibert Duhesme, a prominent figure in Napoleon’s army. Passage Duhesme wasn’t always called that. Before 1877, it was known as Passage Baudelique. The name changed to reflect its proximity to Rue Duhesme, solidifying the general’s presence in the neighborhood. This area, now vibrant and undergoing rapid transformation, was once the backdrop to a different era. Imagine the clatter of horse-drawn carriages echoing through this passageway. Today, it’s the perfect location for businesses, offering a mix of services and shops. Passage Duhesme stands as a testament to how the echoes of history intertwine with the present.
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