Place du Carrousel
Place du Carrousel, Public square in Paris, France.
The Place du Carrousel is located at the open end of the courtyard of the Louvre Palace and marks the eastern end of the Champs-Élysées.
Built in 1662 following French king Louis XIV's order, the area has witnessed significant historic events including the fall of Napoleon's Tuileries Palace in 1871.
Its cultural significance not just includes the iconic Louvre museum nearby, but also its role in artistic creations, most notably in paintings by Pissarro and Monet.
This tourist attraction features the Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel, a beautiful monument that offers a great photographic opportunity.
It is famous for the Carrousel triumphal arch, built as a gateway to honor Napoleon's military victories.
Location: 1st arrondissement of Paris
Location: Paris
Location: Saint-Germain-l'Auxerrois
Inception: 1662
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The Place du Carrousel is located at the open end of the courtyard of the Louvre Palace and marks the eastern end of the Champs-Élysées.
The Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel is a triumphal arch located in the Place du Carrousel in Paris, France.
The Carrousel Garden is a tranquil green space in the heart of Paris.
La Baigneuse aux bras levés is a sculpture by Aristide Maillol.
