The Louvre is one of the most famous museums in the world and is located in Paris, France. It is home to over 380,000 works of art, dating from ancient civilizations to the 21st century. Some of its most famous pieces include the Mona Lisa, the Winged Victory of Samothrace, and the Venus de Milo.
The Louvre is also the largest art museum in the world, covering over 650,000 square feet. The museum's history dates back to the late 12th century when it was originally built as a fortress to protect Paris from Viking invasions. It was later converted into a royal palace, and in 1793, it was opened to the public as a museum. Today, the Louvre receives millions of visitors every year, making it one of the most visited tourist destinations in the world.
Undoubtedly, vacations are the time to make the most out of the little break you have, and what’s better than exploring some of the coolest, oldest, and most precious artifacts at the infamous Parisian museum– The Louvre?
If you are a fan of The Da Vinci Code or Lupin, I am sure you know how glorious and filled with history this place is and if you are one for historic trips, this place is a must-visit for you!
Let’s have a look at what this beautiful tourist spot offers for you to enjoy– from intriguing artifacts to old paintings to precious jewels!
Where Is The Louvre?
The stunning museum is located at Rue de Rivoli in Paris, France. The exquisite, precisely curated glass pyramid is hard to miss, so wherever you see that, you know that you are close to your destination!
The museum used to be a divine palace– filled with precious assets, and you can also roam around the lush green gardens of the museum and enjoy scenic views! This is a great place to create lasting memories and get aesthetic pictures for the ‘gram!
What Can You Do At The Louvre?
The palace that the museum is built after has been divided into three wings– you can take your pick and explore the jaw-dropping collection of art and historic artifacts– a treat for your eyes for sure!
Check Out The Art
From the infamous piece by Leonardo Da Vinci to the unfinished masterpiece by Michelangelo, you can find all of the best pieces under one roof!
Feast on the beauty of the Mona Lisa and soak in that feeling of freedom as you look at the Liberty Leading The People painting by Eugene Delacroix, which depicts liberty and was a part of the exhibition that The Louvre held for contemporary art.
Find Out About The French History
The whole place is filled with pieces that tell intriguing stories about French history and the French revolution. To add some more to your knowledge, check out all the pieces that appeal to you and find out the story behind them!
What is it that brought them here? How were they used back in the day? What did they represent? This can be very interesting if you are an enthusiastic historian. This place is heaven for history enthusiasts!
Check Out The Greek Wonders!
Most of you must have read Greek mythology, and know about the Gods and Goddesses, but how many of you have seen the sculptures and art related to the Greek wonders?
Explore the stunning Greek antiques that were carefully and intricately restored to make them available for you all to enjoy. Each piece uniquely speaks to you! Don’t forget to tell me what you thought of the Venus De Milo!
The divine female figure with the missing hands was donated to the museum back in the day by King Louis XVIII who acquired this masterpiece from Riviera, a French Ambassador of the day.
Don’t Forget The Walk Around The Garden!
Lastly, the beautiful gardens are there for you all to stroll around for some relaxation. There are also some family activities arranged for you to enjoy so don’t forget to take some cute pictures in the garden!
