Boulevard Haussmann, Paris, France

Boulevard Haussmann in Paris, France, featuring Haussmannian architecture and bustling street life with cars and pedestrians.
This image looks down Boulevard Haussmann in Paris, France, a major thoroughfare known for its grand architecture and department stores. The Haussmannian style buildings, characterized by their mansard roofs and ornate facades, were a result of Baron Haussmann's extensive urban renewal project in the mid-19th century. The boulevard is a significant commercial artery, housing flagship stores and offices, and remains a vital part of Parisian daily life and commerce. The view from the Printemps department store's skyway offers a perspective on the bustling street life and architectural uniformity that defines this area of the city.
Photo taken in October 2017.
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