The 5th Arrondissement: Preview to the Latin Quarter
As part of my home district, this unique area of Paris has ancient roots, unique monuments and ancient architecture and side streets to attract the history buff.
The 5th arrondissement is the oldest arrondissement in Paris, and was first built by the Romans. Students historically studied LATIN at the UNIVERSITY from ancient times giving the neighbourhood or “village” the title of “Latin Quarter”. Many writers, artists and creatives lived in this part of Paris, also known as a “boho” quarter populated by aca…