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Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport

airport, Roissy-en-France, France
Also known as: Charles de Gaulle Airport
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Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), also known as Roissy Airport, is a major international airport located northeast of Paris, France. It was conceived as a showcase for French engineering and aeronautical knowledge.12

Terminal 1, completed in 1974, is a distinctive Brutalist concrete structure designed by Paul Andreu. Its unique "octopus" shape separates planes from the central terminal building, which houses passenger services across three main levels. This terminal, used for international flights, is considered a significant piece of airport architecture and underwent renovations in 2020–23. The airport is a key part of Paris's transportation network, with the older Orly Airport handling domestic and charter flights.21

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