The Paris Opera announced Thursday that it had been forced to extend planned renovations on its historic home in the French ...

Work planned for two years may now take five.

Plan Ahead: The best way to fully experience the Palais Garnier is by purchasing a ballet or opera ticket. Remember to book your tickets several months in advance, as performances are highly coveted.

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An installation by the French artist Claude Lévêque at Palais Garnier, the opulent Paris opera house, has been greeted with controversy by visitors following its unveiling at the end of December.