Heritage Days 2023: visit the Embassy of the State of Qatar in Paris

Just a stone's throw from theArc de Triomphe, on the Place de l'Etoile, stands a triangular-shaped mansion. TheHôtel Landolfo de Carcano, built in 1867, has been home to theEmbassy of the State of Qatar since 2007. On Saturday, September 16, 2023, this architecturally impressive building will be opening its doors to us, free of charge, for an exceptional visit.

For the 40th edition of the Journées du Patrimoine, the Embassy of Qatar invites us to discover not only this private mansion, but also thehistory and culture of the State of Qatar, as well as the major projects being prepared by this country at the heart of current affairs. This Middle Eastern emirate attracts all eyes with its glittering, festive tourist life. But Qatar is also a country with an ancient history and a rich culture.

This guided tour gives us a glimpse of this intriguing country. It also gives us a chance to admire one of the twelve hôtels particuliers known as the Maréchaux. Designed by Jacques-Ignace Hittorff in 1853, these majestic buildings were commissioned byEmperor Napoleon III, who was undertaking major redevelopment work on the Place de l'Étoile.

The Hôtel Landolfo-Carcano was built for Anne-Marie Adèle de Caussin, wife of the Marquis Landolfo de Carcano. Painted ceilings, balconies, Corinthian columns, ornate salons, caryatid fireplaces... Luxury and refinement can be found in every nook and cranny of this private mansion.

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It's impossible to miss out on this discovery during the Journées du Patrimoine. Bookings for this guided tour open on September 5. Places should fill up fast, so get ready to get your ticket.

The program for these Heritage Days at the Embassy of the State of Qatar:

Aucun événement annoncé à ce jour, le programme est mis à jour en fonction des annonces officielles.

A great place to discover. Why not take a tour of all the embassies in Paris over the Heritage Days weekend?

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