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Origin and history

The passage des Deux-Pavillons is a covered passage located in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, opened around 1820. He owes his name to the two pavilions located at his entrance, rue de Beaujolais. This passage, designed to connect the gardens of the Palais-Royal with the passages Colbert and Vivienne, presents a plaster decoration reminiscent of that of the Galerie Vivienne, with patterns of fame and victories.

Initially planned to disappear during a project to extend the rue de Valois, this project never came into being. The pass, which starts at 5, rue des Petits-Champs and ends at 6, rue de Beaujolais, is served by Bourse Metro Station (line 3). Its architecture and decor make it a remarkable example of the Parisian covered galleries of the early 19th century.

Since 7 October 1986, the passage of the Deux Pavillons has been listed as historical monuments. Protected elements include entrance facades, interior facades, floors and ceiling. This passage illustrates the importance of covered spaces for pedestrians in 19th century Paris, offering an undeniable architectural and decorative quality.

The passage is integrated into a wider set of galleries and covered passages of the Palais-Royal, reflecting urban planning and social habits of the time. Today, there remains a testimony of this period, preserved despite urban projects that could have made it disappear.

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