This large city square lined with trees was established in 1820. It now has two tram lines navigating around the square. Esplanade des Quinconces hosts fairs and events year-round. While I visisted, there were tons of antique vendors lining the square.
Two columns face the Garonne river, representing commerce and navigation. Le monument aux Girondins sits at the opposite end of Esplanade des Quinconces. This stunning monument was built between 1894 and 1902 in honor of the Girondists, a political faction who fell victim to the Reign of Terror during the French Revolution. The statue of liberty sits at the top, breaking her chains, over bronze fountains. There are also statues of French philosophers Montaigne and Montesquieu.
18 Comments
Sanjota Purohit
Whoa! The architecture is stunning. I have read about this place in some novel. I had imagined in my own way but it is more beautiful than my imagination.
Francisco
Bordeaux looks so beautiful! We went to Spain and Italy on our last Europe trip, will have to check out France next time!
amayszingblogs
Paris is my Dreamland and this place looks awesome and I love the amazing view 🙂
Rudy
getting a bit jealous of this trek about France 🗼 you are on. Love the stories. Can’t wait to see 👀 where you end up next. 👊
onehoppymomma
Been on my bucket list for years! Can’t wait to visit some of these places
Mila R
I have never been there and I hope I will, soon. Thanks for these tips!
Christian Foremost
Truly majestic. Wish i could roam around paris and check these out myself! The Architecture is truly outstanding!!
aisasami
So many beautiful buildings and landscapes in Bordeaux. I might have to go to Place de la Bourse to see the Three Graces and also catch that amazing view!