The first thing to look out for as you approach the Opera Garnier, are the four stone statues that are there to greet you. Each one is a symbol for a lyric, a poem, a theatre show and a dance. Since the opening of Opera Bastille, the Opera Garnier now concentrates mainly on dance.

Construction of this beautiful opera house was completed in1875. While the opera house was being built, a lake was discovered under the building, hence the famous story from the “Phantom of the Opera”. It is said that the Phantom lived in the lake underneath and paid a visit each night to the theatre.

Opera Garnier can seat up to 2,200 people. Ballets are now mainly performed in the opera house. The interior of the building is quite overwhelming.

It is in fact one of the largest theatres in the world! The marble staircase along with the eye catching chandeliers throughout are complimented further by the mosaic covered ceilings – it’s a spectacular site.

Located on the 9th arrondissement at the Place de l’Opera , you cannot miss a visit to Opera Garnier while visiting Paris.