THE PARADE'S FIRST MILESTONE: A SHORT, STRAIGHT STREET THAT LEADS THE EYE TO A STATUE OF A KING ON HORSEBACK
The perspective gives onto a statue of Louis XIII. Why not of Henri IV, under whom the place* was built? Puzzles are often revealing: Please click, and for this one, continue.
*For the italics, please read on.
Rue Royale leads to place Royale (rue de Birague and place des Vosges)
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The space that leads to the royal tombs at Saint-Denis inspired this first straight street, and their mausoleum was the first point of focus:
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The straight line symbolizes stability and order,
which kings guarantee.
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