The Surrealists loved place Dauphine, which they called "le sexe de Paris" because of its suggestive V shape. Its origins were much more proper: it was built by Henri IV, who named the square in homage to his successor, called the dauphin, who became Louis XIII when Henri was assassinated. The quiet park benches make this a good place to rest tired feet!
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