Conciergerie

The Conciergerie, a stunning Gothic fortress along the Seine, invites visitors to traverse its storied halls, once a royal palace and later a notorious prison during the French Revolution. Its most famous inhabitant, Marie Antoinette, spent her final days in a cell that still echoes with history. As you explore the intricately designed architecture, the haunting ambiance of the medieval past envelops you. Unique exhibits reveal the lives of its prisoners and the tumultuous events that unfolded within its walls. This monument not only showcases the grandeur of French heritage but also serves as a poignant reminder of the complexities of justice and power in a transformative era.

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