The vast expanse of grass on the Champ de Mars, dotted with colorful flowers, are the perfect setting to admire the view down the Eiffel Tower all the way to the Palais de Chaillot and the sources of the Trocadéro Gardens.
On the opposite side of the tower, in sharp contrast to the austere facade of the Military Academy, designed by Jacques-Ange Gabriel. Many young soldiers who came to his door. The most famous of these was Napoleon Bonaparte. He completed his training in one year instead of two required and the late 1700s began to change the course of European history.
The Champ de Mars was originally designed as a training school and military parade in 1765. However, later went on to host horse races (the first in 1780) and development and the focus of many revolutionary celebrations.
Its even saw Michael Joseph and Jacques Etienne Montgolfier, inventors of hot air balloons, balloon experiments of phase in the turf in the middle to late 1700. During the 19th century was used as a large exhibition center and venue for the World Fair in 1889.
Today, this is a popular park for those seeking tranquility in the bustling city – even a wall on the floor with the word “peace” written in 32 languages and 13 alphabets. The alternative to museums and large steel structures, the Champ de Mars is definitely a different kind of tourist attraction in Europe, is a celebration of nature and tranquility.
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