What’s taller than the Tour Centrale but shorter than the Eiffel Tower? The Tour Montparnasse! This might seem like a riddle but it highlights something fascinating about the Paris skyline. The Tour Centrale, this 75-meter-tall structure we stand before, represents a period in Parisian architecture where skyscrapers were a rarity. You see, for decades after the controversial Tour Montparnasse was erected in 1973, Paris shied away from tall buildings in the city centre. This aversion to skyscrapers is a testament to the city’s dedication to preserving its historical charm. However, times change. The completion of the Tour First in the La Défense business district and the ongoing construction of the Tour Triangle show that Paris is slowly embracing the vertical again. The Tour Centrale stands as a quiet reminder of a time when Paris looked to the sky with a more cautious eye.
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.