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Arc de Triomphe
The Arc de Triomphe is a French monument located on the Champs-Elysees. It commemorates those who died in the French Revolutionary War and the Napoleonic Wars. Questions about the Arc de Triomphe can be found here.
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Whose body lay in state under the Arc de Triomphe all night on May 22 1885?
Victor Hugo, a famous French writer and poet, had his body lie in state under the Arc de Triomphe on May 22, 1885. He was a key figure in French literature and a prominent political activist, known for works like "Les Misérables" and "The Hunchback of Notre-Dame."
How much does the arc de triomphe weigh?
The Arc should weight nearly 100,000 tonnes(metric tons in American English).
36,695 cube metres of limestone from Château-Landon were used, which would represent a weight of about 95,407 tonnes of stone (2.6 tonne per cubic metre). An additional 13 tonnes of metal (iron, cast iron, lead) has been used. The total would then be close to the 100,000 tonnes cited in the resource linked below.
What train station is near arc de triumphe?
== == The closest RER station is Chatelet-Les Halles; the closest train depot would be Gare d'Austerlitz or Gare de Lyon. The closest metro stop is Palais Royal.
What happens at the arc de triomphe everyday?
Everyday at 18:30, the Eternal Flame at the foot of the Arc, Champs-Elysées side, is rekindled. There is the Tomb of the unknown soldier (French: le tombeau du Soldat Inconnu). A comittee is in charge of the Flame, which might be rekindled by vets, but also by schoolchildren, associations, etc...
Tha ceremony was held even under German occupation during WWII.
How much did it cost to build the Arc de Triomphe?
The arc cost 1,000,000 francs (1 million) to build.
Has the arc de triomphe ever been damaged?
Yes, but only minor repairs. It was damaged by gunfire during WWII, and more recently had its stone inspected and cleaned from pollution.
Technical work has also been conducted to reinforce the foundations, by filling hollow spaces with liquid concretes, and counter forces in the upper parts of the building. The repairs are not noticeable to the public.
What is the purpose of the Arc de Triomphe?
The Arc de Triomphe was orginally intended as a tribute to Napoleon's army. When it was completed years later, it was more broadly, meant to honor French armies of the revolutionary and Napoleonic wars. It also has an additional meaning as a war memorial, as the tomb of the unknown soldier is located between its feet since just after WWI.
Today people will think of it also as a large monument and formidable Parisian landmark, with a commanding view over the Louvre palace or the Eiffel tower.
How many steps are there in the Arc de Triomphe?
In the arc de triomphe there are exactly 284 steps to climb to the top, or you could use the elevator.
How many arches does the arc de triomphe have?
There are lots of triumphal arches in the world. There are four of them in Paris alone: the Arc de Triomphe [de l'étoile] up the Champs-Elysées, the Arc de triomphe du Carrousel (in the Louvre courtyard), the Porte Saint-Denis, the Porte Saint-Martin.
How many people did it take to build the Arc de triomphe?
it took 400.5 people to build the Arc de Triomphe
When was Arc de Triomphe du Carrousel created?
The Arc de Triomphe was built in the nineteenth century, in two separate periods: 1806-1814 and 1832-1836. In between the construction is halted as the freshly returned kings do not want to continue a monument which they feel is to the glory of Napoleon.
- In 1830, the King Louis-Philippe decides on the definitive design, including the statues as a gesture of reconciliation. The building work resumes in 1832 and the arc is finally inaugurated in July 1836.
The construction lasted a total of 12 years and the Arc will be 178 years old as of 2014.
How does the arc de triomphe relate to the grande arche?
They are both French-built. They are both French-built in Paris, France (even though Liberty was unbolted and shipped in crates to its final location). Both are commemorative monuments. Both are tall, but smaller than the Great Pyramid.
What does the Arc de triomphe represent?
It was build on order of Napoleon, it represented French youths against bearded Germanic warriors in chain mail, with triumphant nationalistic messages.
It was commissioned in 1806 to commemorate the victory of the Battle of Austerlitz when Napoleon defeated the Russo-Austrian army
Can you go up inside the Arch De Triomphe?
You sure can and the cost is included in the Paris Museum Pass or it's about $9 American. The Arch is open until 5:30 p.m. most days and until 10:00 p.m. on Fridays. One final note: You will be climbing stairs, so you may want to do this in the morning.
Why is there an eternal flame at the arc de triomphe?
The flame was meant to honor the tomb of the unknown soldier, as a symbol of all the soldiers who lost their lives for the defence of France. It was first lit on November 11th, 1923, and a ceremony was held everyday since then, even when Paris was occupied during WWII. Students and popular demonstrations were held on the 11 of November during WWII, in defiance of the German army and the ceremony gained then a patriotic undertone.
The ceremony is held everyday at 18:30.
Is the Arc de Triomphe on the world heritage list?
Yes, the Arc is on the World Heritage liste. It has been included in the special listing which regroups most of Paris' historical monuments.
Exciting facts about arc de triomphe?
- Napoleon Bonaparte commissioned the Arc de Triomphe to commemorate and honor his victories.
- The construction of the Arc de Triomphe started in 1806. It was halted at the fall of Napoleon, and resumed in 1830 after Napoleon's death, under King Louis-Philippe, to be completed in 1836.
- The Arc de Triomphe was designed by Jean Chalgrin. The design was based upon the Arc of Titus in Rome.
- The Arc de Triomphe includes the Grave of the Unknown Soldier from World War 1. The Eternal Flame burning there represents and honors all who died during the World Wars. The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is one of the two places where every head of state, visiting France for a State visit, is supposed to stop (the other one being the Elysee Palace).
- There are 234 steps to climb up to reach to the top (there are elevators as well, don't worry)
- The arch is located in the middle of Place Charles de Gaulle in Paris, France.
- The Champs-Elysees avenue leads up to the Arc. It is one of the 12 avenues radiating from the Arc.
- It is engraved with generals' names who commanded in Napoleon's army during his reign over France.
- On the top, there are thirty shields with the names of Napoleon's most successful battles.
- To build the arch, it cost 9.3 millions of Francs, which was a lot of money at that time.
- It is the second largest triumphal arc in the world today.
- The Arc de Triomphe is 51m tall, 4.5m wide and 22m deep.
- The Arc is made of white limestone. It weighs nearly 100,000 tonnes (metric tons in US English)
- From the top you have a view of La Defense, the Sacre-Coeur basilica, The Eiffel Tower and many Parisian landmarks and monuments.
- On July 14th, a parade begins at the Arc de Triomphe. (France's Independence Day)
- The four supporting columns have the names of the major battles of the Napoleonic Wars.
- The sculpture by Rude, on the right pillar when looking from the Champs Elysees, is called "the departure of the volunteers". Nickamed "la Marseillaise" (as the French national anthem), it is as famous to the French as the Eiffel tower.
What continent is arc de triomphe in?
Are you serious? It's in Europe; more specifically it is in Paris, France :) It was constructed by Napoleon I believe and it contains the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. I would recommend visiting it if possible. If you purchase a Paris Museum Pass (which you can find by Google searching it) you can cut the line and climb to the top for free (minus the price of the pass). The pass also allows you to visit many other locations for a great price!
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The Arc de Triomphe is a monument, of the kind called "triumphal arch" in English. They are designed as monumental, arched passageways built in imitation of Roman monuments, often dedicated to victories or Peace. The name comes from the Latin words arcus (bow/arc/arch) and triumphus. The Arch of Titus in Rome, Marble Arch in London, India Gate in New Delhi, Washington Arch in New York are examples of triumphal arches.
When speaking of the "Arc de Triomphe", most people refer to the large one standing up the Champs-Elysées, in Paris, France.
What bus do you get from arc de triomphe to Eiffel tower?
Number 30. Leave the Gare du Nord by the main entrance on Rue de Dunkerque; turn right, and walk to the big junction with Boulevard Magenta - a place where eight streets meet. Take the 3nd right, Boulevard de Magenta. The first bus stop you come to is the one you need. The No. 30 goes to Trocadéro, the square outside the Palais de Chaillot. Go between the wings of the Palais and goggle at one of the world's most famous views.
Is there a public lift at the Arc de Triomphe?
Yes, the Arc is open to the public. You visit the inside of the building where there is a small museum explaining the construction and history, and you can access the platform roof to enjoy the view. You can also freely under the arc.
Why do people go to see the arc de triomphe?
The Arc de Triomphe was commissioned in 1806 to celebrate Napoleon and his victory at Austerlitz. It wasn't completed during Napoleon's reign, and construction was halted for some time. It was finally completed in 1836, and it was reinterpreted as a monument to peace, commemorating the end of the Napoleonic Wars in 1815.
The square on the top of the Chaillot Hill has been known as PLACE DE L'ÉTOILE since the eighteenth century. Étoile means star, and already in those days five avenues met there. In 1854 the square (No.1, below) was redesigned with twelve avenues. In the centre of the star stands the Arc de Triomphe de l'Étoile.
In 1806 Napoleon asked the architect Chalgrin to construct a gigantic triumphal arch in honour of the French Army. The top of the Chaillot hill had to be levelled, and the foundations gave some difficulty, so that by the time the new Empress Marie-Louise arrived in 1810, the arch was only a few feet high. As the Emperor insisted that his bride must drive into Paris through this new gateway, Chalgrin had to get friends from the Theatres of Paris to construct a fake arch of wood and canvas for the occasion. When Napoleon was defeated and exiled in 1814, work stopped, not to be started again till Louis-Philippe ordered it in 1832. It was finished in 1836. In 1840 the body of Napoleon I was carried through in a procession and a snowstorm on its way to the Invalides. In 1854 the twelve avenues were completed by Baron Haussmann. In 1920 the Unknown Soldier was buried under the centre of the Arch. If your grandfather was killed in the First World War - like 1,500,000 other Frenchmen - lay your flowers here. He may be the Unknown Soldier. An everlasting flame on the tomb is rekindled by old soldiers daily.
What is the square where traffic drives around the Arc de triomphe called?
The Arc de Triomphe de l'Étoile is located in the centre of "Place Charles de Gaulle" (named after a former French president), also known under its former name "Place de l'Étoile", at the upper, western end of the Avenue des Champs-Élysées. La place de l'étoile ("star square") was named this because of the 5 avenues (now 12) which joined there.
What are the hours of operation for the arc de triomphe?
Open every day:
1 April to 30 September : 10 am to 11 pm
1 October to 31 March : 10 am to 10:30 pm
Last admission 45 mins before closing
Closed January 1, May 1, May 8 (morning), July 14 (morning), November 11 (morning) and December 25.
