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The first line of the Paris Métro opens for operation.
The first Paris Métro line opened on July 19, 1900, transforming urban transit in the French capital.
The inaugural line of the Paris Métro launched service on July 19, 1900, just before the Exposition Universelle. Stretching between Porte de Vincennes and Porte Maillot, it provided a rapid link across the city. Renowned for its Art Nouveau entrances designed by Hector Guimard, the Métro combined elegance with efficiency. It revolutionized daily commuting for millions of Parisians and became a symbol of modernity. Over time, the network expanded into one of the world’s busiest rapid transit systems. Line 1 remains a vital artery, carrying passengers through the heart of Paris.
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