The Birth and Rise of Paris

Mine the layers of history that reveal how Paris evolved from an ancient settlement on the Seine to a Roman city and then the capital of France. Learn about medieval Paris through the Cluny Museum, the great cathedral of Notre Dame, and the royal chapel of Sainte-Chapelle. Follow the growth of Paris and its architectural treasures through the Renaissance, to the reign of Louis XIV.

English
  • Originally Aired January 1, 2020
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-G
  • Production Company The Great Courses
  • Created July 27, 2021 by
    Arcorox
  • Modified January 5, 2023 by
    RicaRaducanu