Check out the details of the best Monuments of Paris!
If we were asked to choose the most popular destinations in this world, we would have selected Paris as one. Those who have Paris as their dream destination, also dream of seeing, touching, and climbing the Eiffel Tower. The Eiffel tower is undoubtedly the most iconic construction of not just Paris, but also this world; but many other historical monuments make Paris one of the most visited tourist destinations of the world. If we talk about famous monuments in Paris, the list is long. Here we have listed a few which are worth visiting and exploring.
Famous Monuments of Paris
Arc de Triomphe – Monuments of Paris
Amongst so many hot tourists destinations, the ‘Arc de Triomphe’ is the most visited Monuments of Paris. This popular destination is situated at the West end of the Champs-Elysees of Paris. This famous monument is dedicated to soldiers who fought and got martyred in the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars. Those interested in exploring the historical facts of any place will find this monument quite interesting. The names of all the victorious Generals are on the surface of Arc de Triomphe.
The Champs Elysees is a long track featuring numerous cafes and food stalls. If you ever visit Paris and wish to explore the history of the French revolution and Napoleonic wars, this would be the perfect place.
The most interesting fact about Arc de Triomphe is that it records the maximum number of visitors each year coming to Paris, even more than the Eiffel Tower.
The Louvre Pyramid
Amongst the famous Monuments of Paris, the Louvre pyramid is one. It is a place worth visiting and admiring. However, the Louvre pyramid of Paris is not like the pyramids found in Egypt; it is an artificial pyramid designed by architect I.M Pei. This glass and metal pyramid serves as the main entrance to the Louvre Museum, located at the banks of the Seine River. So, if you wish to visit the Louvre Museum, you got to pass through the Louvre Pyramid.
Monuments of Paris – Notre Dame Cathedral
The Notre Dame Cathedral and its towers are not less than a treasure and are worth exploring in Paris. However, you will have to do some physical exercise of climbing 422 steps of the Notre Dame Cathedral to get the real reward. You will get those splendid and panoramic views of Paris in the form of a reward after climbing those steps. However, there are a few spots that are not to be missed, while you are climbing.
The first one is The Salle Haute with stunning ribbed vaults and Gothic architecture; the second is the Galerie des Chimeres which makes you closer to the gargoyles, including the most popular Stryge. Lastly, when you are a few steps away from the top, you can stop and explore the belfry, numerous Church bells, and the 13-ton, enormous bell “Emmanuel.
The Conciergerie Palace
One of the famous Monuments of Paris, and a place to explore the unique Gothic rooms of a medieval Royal Palace, is The Conciergerie. Earlier it was a Royal Palace, but later on, this place became a revolutionary court and a jail for Marie Antoinette. The Guard’s room and the Hall of the soldiers, which were constructed under the reign of King Philip the Fair, are still intact since the days of the medieval palace. The kitchens also remain intact as they were under the kingdom of King John the Good.
However, at end of the 14th century, the Kings of France abandoned the palace to settle in Vincennes and Louvre. After that, a certain part of the palace was converted into prison cells and a revolutionary court. After the installation of the revolutionary court, the Conciergerie palace also became one of the places of detention during the French Revolution. The most famous prisoner of the cells was Marie-Antoinette. During the restoration, a memorial chapel got established on the site of her jail.
UNESCO has designated the Conciergerie Palace as the world heritage site.
The Sainte-Chapelle
The Sainte-Chapelle is probably the premium royal chapel to be built in France, featuring a truly exceptional collection of stained-glass windows. It was built by Louis IX during the 13th century, at the centre of the Royal Residence. It is built to keep the remnants of the passion of Christ. It is known as the Gem of Rayonnant Gothic architecture because of its uniquely-built design and architecture. It is adorned with an exclusive collection of fifteen glass panes and a rose-shaped window, forming a veritable wall of light. Don’t forget to dazzle your eyes with these 1113 stained glass windows in this gem of Rayonnant Gothic architecture.
And don’t forget to visit these historical Monuments of Paris if you ever visit a place other than the Eiffel Tower.
