Arc de Triomphe

The Arc de Triomphe of the Place de l'Etoile is one of the most famous monuments in Paris. It is situated at the center of the Place Charles de Gaulle (initially Place de l'Étoile), at the beginning of the Champs-Élysées. The Arc de Triomphe honors those who fought and died for France during the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars, with all French victories and generals inscribed on its inner and outer surfaces. Under its vault lies the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier from the First World War.

Jean Chalgrin designed the monument in 1806 on the orders of Napoleon and inaugurated it in 1836 for the sixth anniversary of the Three Glorious. Fifty meters high, 45 meters wide, and 22 meters deep, it was the largest triumphal arch in the world before the construction of the one in Pyongyang in 1982. The Roman Arch of Titus inspired its design. The observation deck at 50m up the Arc de Triomphe has some of the best views in Paris. At the summit of 234 steps, you can see for miles and take in the spectacular panoramas of La Défense, the Champs Elysées, and up to the Sacré Coeur. At sunset, you can see Paris fall under the cloak of night and illuminate under the street lamps at dusk, a truly romantic experience.

Arc de Triomphe is standing at the western end of the Champs-Elysees at the center of Place Charles de Gaulle. Champ- Elysees, the road that leads to Arc de Triomphe, is one of the most famous streets in Paris. The tree-lined street is best for a night romantic stroll with your partner. There are many restaurants, shops, and theatres along the road where you can hang out after the walk.

Address: Pl. Charles de Gaulle, 75008 Paris, France