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Place Charles-de-Gaulle Etoile
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Arc de Triomphe: Arch de Triumphe
bduffy007
  • Updated By bduffy007 on February 15, 2005
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  • Arch de Triomphe - Paris
    Arch de Triomphe
    by bduffy007
    After the Eiffel Tower this is the next most recognizable spot in Paris. The arch was completed in 1836 and was supposedly commissioned by Napoleon himself in honor of his army. The Arch stands 164 feet high and you can go to the top of the Arch to view Paris. I was completely unaware of this until I began researching for my Paris trip. The Arch sits at the top of the Champs des Elysees and from the arch you can view the 12 boulevards that eminate from her.

    I heard stories of people crossing the traffic circle in front of the arch to reach her (not a good idea as you can imagine) the best bet is the underground tunnel which prevents the dangerous traffic in and around the Arch

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  • Directions: Metro Line 1, 2, RER A : Charles-de-Gaulle Etoile
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    Arc de Triomphe: Elevator up, Stairs down
    jnyvegas
  • By jnyvegas on January 25, 2005
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  • Arc de Triomphe - Paris
    by jnyvegas
    After you see the great view you take the spiral staircase back down....try not to get dizzy.

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    Arc de Triomphe: Arc de Triomphe
    hobanma
  • Updated By hobanma on November 7, 2003
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  • Arc de Triomphe - Paris
    by hobanma
    Another must see!

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  • Directions: Metro Line 1, 2, RER A : Charles-de-Gaulle Etoile
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    Arc de Triomphe: wow, i saw this on tv
    bryINpoland
  • Updated By bryINpoland on February 14, 2005
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  • arc de triomphe - check - Paris
    arc de triomphe - check
    by bryINpoland
    Arc De Triomphe isnt the most exciting site to see but it still is cool. A lot of things i just go to see so i can say i saw it, u know, get it over with. Seriously though its pretty cool, u can just walk around the bottom, or for 7 euro u can head up to the top for some beautiful views of paris and down Champs-Elysees.
    opening hours
    Summer - 930am til 630pm
    Fridays til just after 10pm.
    Winter - 10am til 530pm.

    Arc De Triomphe facts:
    Construction started in 1806
    Construction ended in 1836
    First commissioned by Napoleon
    Height / 50 meters
    Engraved are names of 558 generals
    Under the arch you can find The Tomb of The Unknown Soldier

    * please feel free to rate this tip and any of my other tips, i am always looking to improve. thank u...

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  • Directions: Metro Line 1, 2, RER A : Charles-de-Gaulle Etoile
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    Arc de Triomphe: Monumental
    aero198
  • By aero198 on February 27, 2006
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  • Arc de Triomph - Paris
    Arc de Triomph
    by aero198
    Arc de Triomph is similar to other arches I've seen, the difference is its monumetal size.
    Located at the top of the Champs-Elysees, it's one of Paris's typical symbols.
    It was constructed by command of Napoleon, celebrating the French Army.

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    Arc de Triomphe: Arc de Triomphe on a cloudy day
    rochellevm
  • By rochellevm on December 2, 2006
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    Arc de Triomphe
    by rochellevm
    Arc de Triomphe stands in the centre of the Place Charles de Gaulle, at the western end of the Champs-Élysées. It is one of the famous monuments that is identified with France, so it is worth a visit. Since Champs-Élysées is just a short walk from the Arc, if you're into shopping, then you can go head straight to Champs-Élysées from the Arc.

    It was commissioned by Napoleon to signify their victories (triumphs) thus the name. It has so much character and detail that distinguishes it from other arches.

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    Arc de Triomphe: Arc de Triumph
    hassan_abu
  • Updated By hassan_abu on January 1, 2003
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    Arc de Triomphe: Arc de Triumphe: The triumphal...
    socrates_07
  • By socrates_07 on September 7, 2002
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  • Arc de Triomphe - Paris
    by socrates_07
    Arc de Triumphe: The triumphal avenue aiming toward the Arc de Triomphe

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    Arc de Triomphe: arc de triomphe
    sparkieplug24
  • Updated By sparkieplug24 on June 11, 2006
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  • I took my pic from pavement as im a coward - Paris
    I took my pic from pavement as
    im a coward
    by sparkieplug24
    Arc de triomphe is probably one of the best known landmarks in Paris only second to the Eiffel Tower. People actually stand in the middle of the roads to get their picture taken in front of it. You can go inside and there is a small museum. The unknown soldiers tomb is also located here. You can climb to the top of the arc also.

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  • Directions: Metro Line 1, 2, RER A : Charles-de-Gaulle Etoile
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    Arc de Triomphe: Tourist trap #1
    Nexus7
  • By Nexus7 on June 10, 2003
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  • Obligatory picture of arc - Paris
    Obligatory picture of arc
    by Nexus7
    Arc de triomphe. You have to see this for the beauty of Paris. It's a must and it's pretty easy to get there. When you see it, you will say, I'm really in France. Wow! It's protected by a traffic circle, which you must go underneath.

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