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Moulin Rouge

The Moulin Rouge was founded in 1889 by Charles Zidler and Joseph Oller, marking its inception as a cabaret in Paris.

  • The original venue suffered a devastating fire in 1915 but reopened in 1925 after rebuilding.
  • The building's architecture reflects the Belle Époque style, with ornate decorations and romantic charm.

Located in the Paris district of Pigalle, in the 18th arrondissement, the Moulin Rouge stands southwest of Montmartre on Boulevard de Clichy. The closest métro station is Blanche.

Current Status and Use

The Moulin Rouge operates as a tourist attraction, offering predominantly musical dance entertainment for visitors from around the world.

  • The Moulin Rouge is open to the public and offers a range of entertainment options. Visitors can explore the cabaret's interior and enjoy live performances.

Architectural Features and Construction Materials

The Moulin Rouge's architecture is characterized by Belle Époque decorations and ornate details.

The building's construction materials are not specified in available information.

Heritage Status and Preservation Efforts

The Moulin Rouge has been recognized for its cultural significance, but specific heritage status or preservation efforts are not documented in available sources.

Visiting Information

The Moulin Rouge is open to the public and offers a range of entertainment options. Visitors can explore the cabaret's interior and enjoy live performances.

Notable Historical Events or Famous Millers

While the Moulin Rouge is often associated with its windmill, it does not appear to have been a working mill.

The information provided does not mention notable millers or historical events related to milling.

Technical Details

No technical details regarding the number of sails, grinding stones, or machinery are available in the provided sources.

Details

Namemoulin
CityPlumelec
CountryFrance
Coordinates47.832523, -2.6436996
Current usetourist attraction