The seat of Parisian municipality, created by the water merchants. The first city council dates back to 1246 (Saint-Louis). The current Hôtel de Ville is built over the former Hôtel de Ville that was burned down by the 1871 Commune. Visit of the lounges of the Hôtel de Ville. Architects: Ballu, Deperthes. (paris.org)
Government - Local
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By: kjfitz
