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 Champs Elysées with the Arc de
Triomphe by sim1
From the Place de la Concorde you can already see the famous Champs Elysées with its Arc de Triomphe. I didn't walk all the way to the arch this time though, as I have been here before. So for now (until a next visit to Paris), you have to do it with this distance shot of the arch. If you haven't been to the Arc de Triomphe before, I can really recommend in going here and especially climbing to the top. The views over Paris from the Arc de Triomphe are wonderful and in my opinion even better then the views from the Eiffel Tower.
The Arc de Triomphe de l'Etoile is the world's largest triumphal arch with its 51 meters in height and is 45 meters width. The structure was inspired by the Roman Arch of Titus; designed by Jean François Thérèse Chalgrin. It was commissioned by Napoleon to commemorate France's military victories in 1805.
Admission to the little museum inside the Arc de Triomphe including a visit to the rooftop is 6.10€. The Arc de Triomphe is open daily 9:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m and in winter (Oct. 1 - March 31) daily 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Closed on public holidays. Leave a Comment
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 A truimphant glow of
yellow light! by bpacker
Of course, don't be daft and try to brave the mad traffic surrounding the arch. If you need to know, it is surrounded by 12 great avenues converging in a star shape so that there'll be a crazy carousel of French driving there. Brave it and the next gate that you'll see is the one by St Peter's. Haha!
Tip: In my opinion, the Arc de Triomphe offers a fantastic perspective of Paris and the star shaped convergence of all the roads.
%On hindsight: This is probably just my opinion, but I noted that this giant thing boasts the victories of the little emperor ( Napoleon ) and apparently ignores his exile, imprisonment and early death.. Leave a Comment Directions: Metro Line 1, 2, RER A : Charles-de-Gaulle Etoile
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The huge arch, erected by Napoleon in 1806, was dedicated to the French Army and was inaugurated in 1836.
The Arch bears the names of famous persons which influenced the country's history and was witness to important events such as the last honors to Victor Hugo or the parade of victorious French troops of the First World War.
To go up to the platform roof you have to climb 284 steps and pass through the exhibition presenting the history of the monument and also significant moments in the history of France.
Opening hours:
- Summer months: 10:00-23:00
- Winter months: 10:00-22:30
Last admission 30 min before closing. Directions: M: Charles-de-Gaulle - Etoile (lines 1, 2, 6)
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The Triumphal Arch dates back to 1806, when Napoléon commissioned Chalgrin to build an arch to the glory of the French Army. Construction on the Arch began in 1806, restarted in 1825, and was not finished until 1836. The Arc de Triomphe is built on the model of ancient Triumphal Arches, but it stands alone because of its monumental size: 50 meters tall and 45 meters wide (164 by 148 feet). The four magnificent high reliefs are crowned by Rude's masterpiece, "The Departure of the Volunteers in 1792". Directions: Metro Line 1, 2, RER A : Charles-de-Gaulle Etoile
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 Linda and I, in front of
the Arc du Triomphe by Jefie,
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The Arc du Triomphe is one of Paris's most recognizable monuments. Sitting at the center of the Place de l'Étoile-Charles de Gaulle, its history dates back to 1806, when Napoleon laid out the cornerstone of what was supposed to be a monument to the glory of his army. However, by the time Napoleon's Empire fell, the Arch still hadn't been completed. It was finished under Louis-Philipe in 1836 and now serves to honour all French soldiers and commemorate France's victories. In 1920, on Armistice Day, the tomb of the unknown soldier was added at the foot of the Arch, next to an eternal flame that burns in memory of all those who were killed during the two World Wars and haven't been identified.
The Arc du Triomphe is over 50 m tall and 45 m wide. It is possible to go up to the top of the Arc (after climbing quite a few steps!) for a great view of the Champs-Elysees, but Linda and I both prefered the view from the Arc du Triomphe to the Grand Arche de la Defense, which sits at the center of Paris's business district. It's also quite interesting and impressive to watch cars manoeuvre the large roundabout that surrounds the Arc du Triomphe!
You can go up the Arc du Triomphe during the day or during the evening, every day of the week. Admission costs 8 Euros but you can use your Museum Pass if you have one. Leave a Comment Phone: 01 55 37 73 77Directions: At the end of the Avenue des Champs-Elysees (metro Charles de Gaule-Etoile)
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 Champs Élysées and Arc de
Triomphe by tiabunna
Again, this already is well covered with good VT tips. It is easily found where the major road, the Champs Élysées, finishes at the Place de Gaulle (formerly Place de l’Étoile). Directions: Metro Line 1, 2, RER A : Charles-de-Gaulle Etoile
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 arc de triomphe by doug48 |
On the end of the Champs-Elysées, on the Chaillot hill, stretches itself, the wide Place de Gaulle.
From there, goes out in the radial system, more than twelve big arteries.
In the middle of the place, is placed, completely isolated, mighty, and impressive, the Arc de Triomphe.
It was built by Napoleon Bonapartes as monument in the order for his "big army" and was begun by Chalgrin in the year 1806.
In the year 1836, the construction was completed.
The Arch is 55 meters high, 45 meters wide, and has only one single gate and a helix stairway with 282 steps.
The history of the monument is shown in a small museum in the inside of the construction.
The best visit time is in the early morning because the light lets the sculptures then appear especially plastic, or in the late afternoon, then, the sun sinks over the roof of the Arch of the triumph.
The wonderful outlook of the 55 meters high terrace of the Arch is an unforgettable experience.
One overlooks the entire boulevard of the Louvre, until of La Défense, and the place in form of a star, Place Charles de Gaulle. Leave a Comment Phone: 01 55 37 73 77Directions: Metro Line 1, 2 RER A : Charles-de-Gaulle EtoileWebsite: www.monum.fr
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From the top you will have amazing view of the Paris. Leave a Comment Directions: Metro Line 1, 2, RER A : Charles-de-Gaulle Etoile
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This most monumental of all the triumphal arches was constructed at the request of Naplolean I. He decided on this after his victory at Austerlitz, and imagined himself and his victorious armies going through it each time upon their return to Paris.
Its construction began in 1806 and wasn't finished until 1836 under King Louis-Philippe.
Its entire decoration belongs to the great tradition of sculpture of the first half of the 19th C. Groups, figures, friezes, and bas-reliefs are signature works by Jean-Pierre Cortot, Antoine Etex, and James Pradier.
But the most celebrated sculpture would be: 'La Marseillaise' by Francois Rude.
Carved around the top of the Arc are the names of the great victories of the Revolutionary and Napolenic eras. Inside are the names of lesser victories and the names of 558 French generals.
With its 'Tomb of the Unknown Soldier' and 'Memorial Flame', the Arc has become a revered symbol to French patriotism.
Twelve important avenues radiate from this monument, including the Champs Élysées. Leave a Comment Directions: Metro Line 1, 2, RER A : Charles-de-Gaulle Etoile
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