The world-famous art palace was built at the beginning of 12 century, and was used for defensive purposes. Later, after a series of expansion and repair, it gradually became a magnificent palace. From the16th century, Francois I began to collect various works of art on a large scale, and later emperors continued this tradition and enriched the collection of the Louvre.
2. La Tourefel
Built in 1889, it was built for the World Expo at that time. After its completion, it was criticized by many people that a pile of scrap iron destroyed the beauty of Paris. Today, this tower, which has maintained the world's tallest building record for more than 40 years, has become the most important symbol of Paris. Romantic Parisians gave this tower a beautiful name-"Shepherdess in the Cloud".
Notre dame de Paris.
Notre Dame de Paris was built in 1345. It is not only famous for Hugo's novel of the same name, but also because it is the oldest and grandest Catholic church in Paris. Notre Dame de Paris called it a "symphony of stones". This Gothic megalithic building has a history of 200 years. It is the oldest, largest and most outstanding Catholic church in Paris, and it is also of epoch-making significance in the history of European architecture.
4. Arc de Triomphe
The Arc de Triomphe is located in the center of Charles de Gaulle Square, 50 meters high, which is one of the symbols of Paris. With the Arc de Triomphe as the center, 12 main street extends outward. It was built in 1836 to commemorate the glory and victory of the French army, and its scale exceeded the Arc de Triomphe in Rome.
5. Versailles
This used to be a hunting place for the royal family. Louis XIV began to visit this palace during the French Revolution (1682), which is also a must-see for all people who come to Paris. Behind the palace is a huge royal garden. Located 20 kilometers west of Paris, the Palace of Versailles was built by Louis XIV and is famous for its luxurious and imaginative architectural design. The total length of the complex is 580 meters, including palaces and castles, gardens and Trianon.
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