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Eiffel Tower | Louvre Museum | Notre Dame Cathedral | Arc de Triomphe | Champs-Elysees | Sacre-Coeur Basilica | Palace of Versailles | Montmartre | Centre Pompidou | Sainte-Chapelle |
Eiffel Tower | Louvre Museum | Notre Dame Cathedral | Arc de Triomphe | Champs-Elysees | Sacre-Coeur Basilica | Palace of Versailles | Montmartre | Centre Pompidou | Sainte-Chapelle |
Arc de Triomphe - Paris - France
Arc de Triomphe
The Arc de Triomphe is a monument located in the center of Paris, France. It stands at the western end of the Champs-Élysées and is the linchpin of the historic axis that runs through the city. The Arc de Triomphe was commissioned by Napoleon in 1806 to commemorate his victories and is inscribed with the names of generals and battles. It stands 50 meters tall and is made of stone and bronze. The Arc de Triomphe is a popular tourist destination and is one of the most recognizable landmarks in Paris.