Grand Foyer15 images Opera Garnier is the 13th building to house the Paris Opera since it was founded by king Louis XIV in 1669. It was built under the rule of emperor Napoleon III… The Garnier opera by night. France presides over the European Union in 2022. France presides over the European Union in 2022. France presides over the European Union in 2022. Light pole, outside the opera. Back of the building. A pythia statue was welcoming the opera guests. Opera BastillePalais Brongniart Labels