Luna Park, Paris

You are standing near the former site of Paris Luna Park at Porte Maillot, a place that once redefined evening entertainment in the city. When it opened in 1909, this park brought the dazzling American concept of the electrified amusement grounds to the French capital. The site featured high-tech wonders of the era, including a massive scenic railway, a shoot the chutes water ride, and an enchanted palace that captivated thousands of Parisians every night.