Louvre Palace, Palace in Paris, France
The Louvre Palace is a former royal palace located on the Right Bank of the Seine in Paris.
Originally built as a fortress in the late 12th century under Philip II, it was extended many times to form the present Louvre Palace.
It has been a central landmark of the city of Paris for centuries and is now home to the world-renowned Louvre Museum.
The Louvre Palace is open every day except Tuesday and certain public holidays.
The Louvre Palace is one of the world's largest museums and a historic monument in Paris.
Location: 1st arrondissement of Paris
Inception: 1190s
Architects: Pierre Lescot, Jacques Lemercier, Louis Le Vau, Hector Lefuel, I. M. Pei
Architectural style: French Gothic architecture
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