City: Ile-de-France
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What to do and see in Ile-de-France, France: The Best Government Buildings
Île-de-France (English: /ˌiːl də ˈfrɑːns/, French: [il də fʁɑ̃s] ( listen), "Island of France"), also known as the région parisienne ("Parisian Region"), is one of the 18 regions of France and includes the city of Paris. It covers 12,012 square kilometres (4,638 square miles) and has its own regional council and president. It has a population of 12,005,077 as of January 2014, equivalent to 18.2% of the population of France.
Restaurants in Ile-de-France
1. Hotel de Brienne
2. Hotel de Toulouse
3. Hotel de Ville
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,506 reviews
This beautiful, 19th century building is now the seat of the French government, and features a number of displays on French history.
Reviewed By Acineto - Auckland Central, New Zealand
I came out of the Hotel De Ville stop to get to Notre Dame Cathedral. It looked like the train station is connected to the building but it was all closed off when I was there so I ended up outside instead. I was on the back end of the building and was fascinated with the architecture. As I moved towards the front of the building towards the bridge to Note Dame, I noticed a statue on horseback on the side of the building. As I neared the bridge I noticed that there was a festival of some sort in the front area of the hotel. It looked like a winter festivalwith free rides for kids. It was New Year so it could also have been related to that. Apart from rides there were a few stalls for food and shops of items. There were also a few photo areas. The building looks quite amazing from afar and does look nice closer up when you are able to see some of the intricate details. I was able to get close to the building but not inside since it looked like it was closed. The colourful lighting around the area made it quite festive and interesting. It was an unexpected but really enjoyable find.
4. Mairie De Domont
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
5. Hotel de Ville
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 78 reviews
Reviewed By JAYDenver
If you are entering Palace of Versailles the traditional way via the RER station one can not help but notice the Hotel de Ville on Avenue General de Gaulle. The architecture is great and there is a floral clock and a monument to the dead. It is a great photo opportunity! Throughout France it is a municipal building and not to be confused with a hotel where you can stay.
6. Conseil Economique Social Environnemental
7. Hotel de Ville
8. Hotel de Ville
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
9. Hotel de Ville de Vincennes
10. Assemblee Nationale
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 283 reviews
Frances parliamentary assembly is housed in a beautiful 18th century building.
Reviewed By 750dimitrisl - Sydney, Australia
Assemblee Nationale is the French Parliament building. It is home to the French Lower House of Parliament. It was built in the early 18th century. It is quite attractive and visitors can attend best by prior booking.
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