Join Us in France Travel Podcast

Baron Haussmann and the Transformation of Paris, Episode 437


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Welcome to the Join Us in France Travel Podcast, where we explore the rich history, architecture, and culture of France's most iconic cities and regions. In today's episode, we'll be focusing on Georges-Eugène Haussmann and the transformation of Paris in the 19th century with Elyse Rivin of Toulouse Guided Walks.

About Baron Haussmann and the Transformation of Paris

Haussmann, commonly referred to as "Baron Haussmann," was appointed by Emperor Napoleon III to modernize Paris. His extensive urban renewal project aimed to address the city's issues, such as overcrowding, unsanitary conditions, and inefficient transportation.

In this episode, we'll examine Haussmann's key contributions to urban planning, the controversies and criticisms of his methods, and the long-term effects of his work on Paris. We'll also discuss how Haussmann's efforts influenced the development of other cities around the world.

Join us as we uncover the story of Baron Haussmann and the significant impact he had on shaping modern Paris, right here on the Join Us in France Travel Podcast.

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Table of Contents for this Episode

  • Today on the podcast: Haussmann and the Transformation of Paris
  • Podcast supporters
  • Newsletter
  • Magazine Part of the Podcast
  • Haussmann and the transformation of Paris
  • Opera Garnier
  • Medieval Paris
  • Haussmann’s ancestors
  • Haussmann becomes the Sous-Préfet of Paris
  • Napoleon’s plans to clean up, to beautify, to enlarge and to modernize
  • Haussmann becomes Prefet of Paris
  • Napoleon wants a small park in every arrondissement
  • Rue de Rivoli, first boulevard to be finished
  • Haussmann’s rational aesthetic
  • The Human Cost of the Haussmann Transformation of Paris
  • What Emile Zola and Jules Ferry thought of these changes
  • Some of Haussmann’s projects
  • Did he design wide streets so the military could get around?
  • Considering the huge costs
  • Haussmann is fired
  • Haussmann’s influence outside of Paris
  • Renovations would have happened no matter what
  • Thank you patrons
  • Video about cooking mushrooms
  • Driving in France video
  • Your next journey to France – Personal Itinerary Consultant
  • VoiceMap app tours
  • US Passports
  • Travel Question of the Week – Do you need to reserve Restaurants in Paris?
  • Share the podcast trailer
  • Next week on the podcast
  • Copyright
...more
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