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Louvre Museum

Louvre Museum
About

The Louvre Museum is the world’s largest art museum and one of the most famous cultural landmarks in Paris. Originally built as a fortress in the late 12th century and later transformed into a royal palace, it became a public museum during the French Revolution in 1793. Today, it houses over 35,000 works of art spanning prehistory to the 21st century, including masterpieces like the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Liberty Leading the People. The museum’s vast collection is spread across three wings—Denon, Sully, and Richelieu—each containing diverse departments such as Egyptian antiquities, Islamic art, Renaissance paintings, and decorative arts. The Louvre’s iconic glass pyramid, designed by architect I.M. Pei and completed in 1989, serves as the main entrance and a striking contrast to the classical architecture of the palace. Located on the Right Bank of the Seine in the 1st arrondissement, the Louvre is both a historic monument and a dynamic cultural hub that continues to attract millions of visitors from around the globe every year.

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The Louvre Museum is located in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, on the Right Bank of the Seine, between the Rue de Rivoli and the river itself. It stands at the historic heart of the city and is easily accessible by the Palais Royal – Musée du Louvre metro station. Directly adjacent to the museum is the Jardin des Tuileries, a beautifully landscaped public garden perfect for strolling or relaxing. Just to the west lies the Place de la Concorde, and from there, the Champs-Élysées stretches toward the Arc de Triomphe. To the east of the Louvre is the Pont des Arts, a pedestrian bridge that leads across the Seine to the Institut de France and the Left Bank. The nearby Palais Royal offers tranquil courtyards and the contemporary art installation known as the Colonnes de Buren. Also within walking distance are the Seine riverbanks, popular with booksellers and offering picturesque views. Surrounded by history, art, and elegant Parisian architecture, the Louvre is a cultural centerpiece in a district rich with attractions.

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