A cultural center located in the 19th arrondissement of Paris, La Grande Halle de La Villette is host to various music festivals, exhibitions, fairs and open-air cinema throughout the year. Spanning across an area of 20,000 square meters, the venue was constructed around the 1860s and was designed by Louis-Adolphe Janvier and Jules de Mérindol. A great example of glass and iron architecture of the 19th century, the center is a listed historical monument and a vibrant events venue in Paris.