Boulogne-Billancourt is a sub-prefecture of the Hauts-de-Seine department of France and is located five miles from the centre of Paris.
Boulogne-Billancourt is considered a commune and a primary suburb of
Paris and is the seat of the Arrondissement of
Boulogne-Billancourt. It was originally a primary industrial site which eventually converted to business services and is now known as a primary location for communications companies which are headquartered in the Val de Seine business district.
Boulogne-Billancourt is an old town which contains interesting ancient city walls that provide an impressive view of northern France. Tourists enjoy shopping in the intimate venues located in the centre of the town with a variety of restaurants which serve a plethora of different types of cuisine. Some of the specialty shops offer high end French goods and fine drinking wines.
Arts and culture are an essential part of the atmosphere in
Boulogne-Billancourt with the Georges Cultural Centre which provides a place for a wide genre of art forms. Nearby is the Église Notre-Dame which is a historical monument constructed between 1319 and 1450 and displays ocean waves, fish, and rivers in honor of the Virgin Mary who is viewed as a protector of sailors and navigators.
For cultural enthusiasts the Espace Landowski is considered the cultural centre of
Boulogne-Billancourt and provides concerts and multimedia art exhibits. The Musee des Annees 30 provides an impressive exhibit of paintings, furniture, and sculptures from the period of 1930 when the town experienced a period of new innovation in art and architecture. Another popular destination is the gardens of Albert Kahn which is a national museum surrounded by beautiful gardens which exhibits historic photographs and film presentations.
Boulogne-Billancourt contains 9 cantons and 9 communes that make up the suburban town. It is considered the one of the richest suburbs of
Paris and maintains a population of over 120,000 inhabitants.
