Edouard Cortes "Place de l'Opera in Winter"
Source: Place de l'Opera in Winter - we just added this nostalgic Paris snow scene by Edouard Cortes (1882-1969) to our available online inventory.
Place de l’Opéra is often referred to as the Hub of the Universe. Baron Haussmann first envisioned the Place de l’Opéra in 1857. Originally, the location was intended for a new theater, but before the project actually got underway, it was decided to build a new opera house. Place de l’Opéra is in the heart of Paris, making this square extremely important in Parisian life. One reason is the fact that The Grands Boulevards (Les Grands Boulevards) cross the square from east to west, creating a great deal of activity in the area, and in Paris, were there is activity, there are many cafés. Secondly, three branches of the Paris Metro have stations there, making it easily accessible. And lastly, it is in one of the most important business centers of Paris. Since most tourist agencies, branch offices of both local and foreign railroads, as well as offices of air and shipping lines are located within easy walking distance of this square, this area is also known as the heart of the tourist trade.