Conférence " Palaces et hôtels de légende…en France "

It was in the United States in 1884 that the term ‘palace’ first came into use to describe large, luxurious establishments, equipped with all the modern comforts of the time, catering to a wealthy clientele comprising the aristocracy and the business elite.

These establishments were often opened in capital cities hosting World’s Fairs, such as Paris (four in the 19th century).

Artists, painters and writers frequented them; they were also common meeting places for politicians and served as venues for international conferences.

Their origins in Paris date back to the mid-19th century. Outside Paris, these luxury hotels were built in upmarket seaside resorts: on the Normandy and Basque coasts, and particularly on the Côte d’Azur.

---- Biography ----

Claude LYONNET is an honorary professor and a qualified teacher of history and geography.

He lectures regularly at the UTB in Châlons-sur-Saône, as well as at the UTB in Châtillon-sur-Seine.

The lectures begin at 2.30 pm sharp: doors open at 2.15 pm