Rive Gauche

The Rive Gauche (Left Bank) refers to the southern bank of the Seine River in Paris, France. The river flows westward, dividing the city into two parts: the Rive Gauche (left) and the Rive Droite (right) when facing downstream.

The Rive Gauche is known for its association with famous artists, writers, and intellectuals, including Pablo Picasso, Jean-Paul Sartre, Ernest Hemingway, and Gertrude Stein. It has long been a hub of bohemian culture, counterculture, and creativity, particularly in the *Montparnasse district.

Some of the most famous streets on the Rive Gauche are Boulevard Saint-Germain, Boulevard Saint-Michel, and Rue de Vaugirard. The area is also home to the Latin Quarter, a historic district known for its intellectual legacy and the presence of the University of Paris.

 Notable landmarks 

 Boulevard Saint-Germain
 Latin Quarter
 Montparnasse
 Luxembourg Gardens

 Related pages 

 Rive Droite
 Paris

 References 

Category:Rivers of France
Category:Paris