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Les Halles - Paris - Market Traders
Les Halles - Paris - Market Traders outside the market. Les Halles was the traditional central market of Paris. In 1183, King Philippe II Auguste enlarged the marketplace in Paris and built a shelter for the merchants, who came from all over to sell their wares. In the 1850s, the massive glass and iron buildings Les Halles became known for (designed by Architect Victor Baltard), were constructed. Les Halles was known as the " stomach of Paris". Unable to compete in the new market economy and in need of massive repairs, the colourful ambience once associated with the bustling area of merchant stalls disappeared in 1971, when Les Halles was dismantled; the wholesale market was relocated to the suburb of Rungis
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Les Halles - Paris: A Glance into the Past of Market Traders (Les Halles - Paris: Un Voir d'Œil sur les Anciens Marchands de Halles) This evocative photograph captures a group of market traders outside the historic Les Halles market in Paris, France, in the early 1900s. Once the central marketplace of Paris, Les Halles holds a rich history dating back to 1183 when King Philippe II Auguste enlarged the market and built a shelter for merchants. The colorful ambience of Les Halles, with its merchants selling their wares from stalls, was affectionately known as the 'stomach of Paris.' In the mid-1800s, the iconic glass and iron buildings designed by architect Victor Baltard were constructed, making Les Halles a major tourist attraction. The marketplace thrived until the 1970s when it was unable to compete in the new market economy and in need of extensive repairs. In 1971, Les Halles was dismantled, and the wholesale market was relocated to the suburb of Rungis. This photograph offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the traders in their traditional attire, haggling over prices and loading their carts with fresh produce. The horses, tethered to the carts, add to the scene's authenticity, transporting us back in time. The glass and iron shelter in the background, with its intricate design, highlights the architectural brilliance of Victor Baltard. This photograph is a testament to the history and tradition of Les Halles market, a once bustling hub of Parisian life that continues to captivate us with its rich heritage.
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