Advantages: Great Views, Under 25's Get Reduced Rate Disadvantages: 9 Euros For The View
...~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ The Arc de Triomphe is located at the end of the Champs-Elysees in the Place Charles de Gaulle. It was designed in 1806 by architect Jean Chalgrin. It sits on a roundabout with 12 exits, like the centre of a clock face. The name gives away what the monument is, an arc. It stands over 51 metres in height and is 45 metres wide. It is a giant 3D rectangle with an arc carved out in the middle. The Arc de Triomphe is quite famous and ... ...Soldier. Today the Arc de Triomphe is recognised as an international tourist hot spot and somewhere to visit of national interest and historic meaning to the French people. Our Visit ~~~~~~~ On my most recent trip to Paris we decided to go up the Arc de Triomphe, I have been to Paris many times and was never aware you could actually go up this monument. We usually focus on the Eiffel Tower which this time was temporarily closed. Due to the minimum ...
Absy_Baby 12.10.2009
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Advantages: Good view... Disadvantages: ...but not the best
...famous sights in Paris: the Arc de Triomphe.
It was commissioned by Napoleon in 1806 in order to commemorate his victories, but wasn't finished until 1836. It is 50 meters tall and 45 meters wide.
I always thought the Arc de Triomphe was nice to look at, but I had never bothered visited it… until last summer. I had taken my boyfriend with me to show him around Paris, as he had never been to France before. I took him to see all the famous places ... ...There
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The Arc de Triomphe stands in the centre of the "Place de l'Etoile" ,(you may ...
Pomcamgirl 22.06.2006
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Advantages: Great Views, Free for Under 25's, Historically Interesting Disadvantages: 284 Stairs to the top!
...a visit to the beautiful Arc De Triomphe.
The Arc De Triomphe is located on the Champs Elysees which is the large main avenue in Paris, very famous for its beauty and array for designer shops. To be honest I didn’t think too much of it, but it was pleasant enough.
The Arc is actually situated in the centre of “Place de l'Etoile” which is a large 12 exit roundabout. It’s very busy and the roads aren’t marked so it’s an accident hotspot, but very ... ...close.
Once underneath the Arc you get a real feel for the size and beauty of the immense structure. You are able to walk below and admire the many names and tributes. There are the names of 660 French generals, Shields depicting the names of Napoleonic battles that have been won and the “tomb of the unknown solider” which is a flame that is kept burning all day to honour symbolically everyone who fell in battle.
It’s a lovely location and the ...
chugglebunny 14.10.2009
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Advantages: Less crowded than the Eiffel Tower, Great Views Disadvantages: Thirsty Work, not
...this review is about the Arc de Triomphe, so I will stop rambling now.
The Arc de Triomphe was commissioned by Napoleon in 1806 after his victory in Austerlitz, regarded as his greatest victory of all time and destroyed the armies of enemies Russia and Austria. The arc was not finished until 1836, after Napoleon's reign had finished and indeed after his death in 1821. The structure was designed by Jean François Thérèse Chalgrin and completed during ... ...in all directions. Accessing the Arc de Triomphe is easy and you can get there by the Metro (routes 1, 2, 6), RER (line 1) or bus 73. Once you get off the public transport do not stay for long up top. DO NOT try to cross the road! The safest way of getting to the actual Arc is through the subway found on the north of the Champs Elysés. You will find a ticket office in the subway also where you can buy a ticket for inside the Arc.
Tickets cost around ...
josarah 02.05.2006
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...views over Paris and the Arc de Triomphe is no exception. It is one of the most famous monuments in Paris and fronts many postcards. The Arc de Triomphe is at the western end of the Champs-Elysees; a sight in itself. The arch is a tribute of respect to those that have fought for France, particularly during the Napoleonic wars. It was designed by Jean Chalgrin in 1806; his work was taken on by Huyon in 1811 when Chalgrin sadly died. However, the monument ... ...Arc stands at 165ft tall, 148ft wide and 72ft deep, the design inspred by the Roman Arch of Titus. It has been unchanged for many years now but has to be occasionally jet washed to remove dirt and discolouration. Visitor access is via a pedestrian tunnel which goes under the dangerous roundabout. Once inside the Arc de Triomphe you are left with a choice - do you walk the 284 steps to the top or do you get the lift and walk just the final 46. Being ...
beanie8844 14.03.2008
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Advantages: Spectacular monument in central Paris Disadvantages: None
...the Champs Elysées sits the Arc de Triomphe, a wonderful archway built to commemorate Napoleon's Grand Armée.
I had visited Paris on several occasions in the past and, despite having visited the Arc before, my trip in September was the first time that I had been to the top of this marvellous structure. For just 8€, or 6.20€ for under 25's, you can climb to the top of this 50m high structure to get some impressive views across the city. You can see ... ...the Grande Arche.
The arc is situated in the centre of a roundabout from which 12 roads feed onto it making it probably one of the world's most dangerous stretches of road. To make it to the centre safely use the subway under the road, but for possible comedic value, visit the arc in rush hour and watch the mayhem that ensues below (I will upload photos as soon as I turn green!).
In addition to the benefits of watching rush hour unfold beneath ...
StereoMike1983 02.05.2006 (05.05.2006)
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Advantages: Situated in the center of Paris, so offers a good view of most parts of the city. Disadvantages: there might be a long line to go to the top
...The Arc is located at the beginning of the Avenue des Champs Elysees, therefore it's a good idea to visit the Arc de Triomphe on a day you planned to do some shopping. That will save you some time. Also, you should really go up to the top of the Arc, you will have a very good view of Paris due to it's central location. It's also a monument that looks very different during the day and at night so I would advise to see it both ways. enjoy! Feel free ...
dth999 23.10.2009
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...Disadvantages: long walk
The Arc de Triomphe is definatly one piece of architecture in Paris that you must see. Located at the end of the champs elysees with dimensions of 165ft (51m) high - 148ft (45) wide,it is definately very impressive looking, especially at night.
There is a museum inside the arc de triomphe and from here you get a beautiful view of paris - showing you along the twelve streets. History-The Arc de Triomphe was commissioned ... ...jean frances chalgrin He died in 1811 and after Napolean was exilled work on the Arc De Triomphe was stopped in 1814. The Work was not completed until 1836
this review might also appear on toluna/ciao. Summary: must to visit if you have plenty of dosh ...
katie22008m 26.02.2008
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