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Here are the places to see on the Champs Elysees : Arch of Triumph
that was build to honour Napoleon's soldiers, the avenue in itself for
its shopping outlets and of course the Place de la Concorde with the
Obelisk that once marked the entrance of the Luxor temple. A great
place to see in Paris.
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History of the Champs Elysees
Avenue in Paris
The
Champs Elysees is the most visited street of Paris ... The large
Avenue spread from the Place de la Concorde to the Arch of Triumph.
Originally fields and market gardens the place was transformed in
1616, when Marie de Medici decided to extend the garden axis of the
Palais des Tuileries with an avenue of trees - There is much to be
seen along the avenue and it may take from 1 to 4 hours to walk the
2km line depending on your interest for history or shopping - The most
famous luxury brands have outlets there. At the end The Arch of
Triumph definitely worth a visit... |
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Champs Elysees Key dates
1616 : Marie de Medici decided to extend the garden axis of the Palais
des Tuileries.
1724 : Garden axis and avenue were connected and
extended, leading beyond the Place de l'Étoile - Place of the Arch of
Triumph today.
1755 : The Place de la Concorde is designed
to honor the King (Louis XV)
1806 : After Austerlitz victory
The Arch of Triumph is commissioned by Napoleon - The monument
was finished by 1833.
1828 : The Champs Elysees itself
became city property. |
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