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During the construction of the École Militaire, the market gardens between the new buildings and the Seine were transformed into a training ground, or Champ-de-Mars. From 1780 onwards, it was opened to the public, who was able to witness the very first hot-air balloon flight attempts here. The Champ-de-Mars has also been the setting for patriotic gatherings, and a fair-ground, when it hosted Universal Exhibitions. Nowadays, this huge garden, part formal, part landscaped, is a popular venue for major events, such as the traditional 14 July firework display.
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Things to see and donearby
- The Green Guide403 m - 29 avenue Rapp, 75007 Paris
- The Green Guide406 m - Champ-de-Mars, 75007 Paris
- The Green Guide448 m - 1 place Joffre, 75007 Paris
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Where to sleepnearby
- From €68Studio Bourdonnais258 m - 59 avenue de la Bourdonnais, 75007 Paris
- From €210Modern Duplex Close To The Eiffel Tower263 m - 27 Avenue de Suffren, 75007 Paris
- From €65Modern 1 Bedroom Apartment near Eiffel Tower274 m - 75007 Paris
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Where to eatnearby
- Au Ciel de ShanghaiAround€32239 m - 33 Av. de Suffren, 75007 Paris
- Arnaud Nicolas€€MICHELIN 2024246 m - 46 avenue de la Bourdonnais, 75007 Paris
- Aux CerisesAround€20258 m - 47 Avenue de Suffren, 75007 Paris
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