“A most curious fellow,” the tour guide whispers, “Jules Verne, once called this square his home.” We stand before the Square d’Amiens, a small, unassuming green haven tucked away in the 20th arrondissement of Paris. While it may not be as grand as the Champs-Élysées, it is a reminder of the lesser-known side of Paris. The square was once a bustling street, named for the city of Amiens in Northern France, where Jules Verne spent a significant part of his life. He served on the city council for 15 years. A quiet spot for reflection, the square now honors the famous author who brought extraordinary worlds to life. The city of Amiens is of course famous for its enormous Gothic Cathedral, the largest in France. There are also the “hortillonnages”, floating gardens, which have given the city the nickname “Little Venice of the North”. But we stand a world away, in the quieter intimacy of this small square amidst the Parisian bustle. The Square d’Amiens, a small reminder of a great mind, a testament to the unexpected stories hidden within the city’s fabric.
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