- Saint-Germain-des-Pres - Through this guided historical walk, walk the neighborhoods of Saint-Germain and the Bourbon Palace in search of visible or hidden traces of Freemasonry in the capital. These scattered symbols illustrate the taste of secrecy that characterizes the Masonic initiation rite: its new members are introduced by cooptation and are required not to reveal the identity of other members throughout their initiation. The Masonic secret has always fueled fantasies and misconceptions about this order born in Great Britain in 1717. Your passionate guide will teach you to distinguish the signs and decipher the truth from the false to focus on the historical origin of Freemasons, their organization, the main figures, and above all, their importance in the formation of our society.\nAn exciting visit for history buffs and curious people who want to read between the lines of architecture of the capital to understand the secrets of our history!
- Experienced guide included
- personal expenses
- Tips
Join us for a narrated historical exploration, where we’ll journey through the districts of Saint-Germain and the Bourbon Palace, scouting for evident or concealed signs of Freemasonry in the city. These dispersed symbols epitomize the allure of mystery that typifies the Masonic initiation ceremony: newcomers are sponsored into membership and must pledge not to disclose the identity of fellow initiates throughout their initiation. The enigma surrounding Freemasonry has always sparked intrigue and misconceptions about this fraternity established in Great Britain in 1717. Your dedicated guide will aid you to identify the symbols and differentiate between fact and fiction, emphasizing the historical roots of Freemasons, their structure, key individuals, and most importantly, their role in shaping our society.
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